Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, was completed in 1977 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the West Farmers Creek.
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The dam, designed as an earth structure with a height of 32 feet and a length of 1196 feet, has a storage capacity of 1783 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 35 acres. Despite its critical role in managing water resources in the area, the dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with only one outlet gate.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam is classified as a high-risk structure due to its hazard potential and lack of a condition assessment rating. With no Emergency Action Plan in place and limited risk management measures identified, there is a pressing need for updated inspections, emergency contact information, and risk assessment protocols to ensure the safety and efficacy of the dam in the face of potential climate-related challenges. Water resource and climate enthusiasts are encouraged to monitor developments regarding this crucial infrastructure to safeguard the surrounding communities and environment from flooding risks.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
1196 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
WEST FARMERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
3.97 |
Nid Storage |
1783 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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