Castleman Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam, located in McLennan County, Texas, is a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1975 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Castleman Creek.
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Humidity
This earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and stretches over 1010 feet, providing a storage capacity of 139 acre-feet to mitigate potential flood events in the area. Despite its age, the dam remains state-regulated and regularly inspected by the TCEQ to ensure its continued effectiveness.
With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, Castleman Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related hazards. While its hazard potential is currently not available, the dam is classified as high risk (2), prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures to maintain its structural integrity and safeguard against any possible failures. Although specific details on its condition assessment and emergency action plan are not rated or available, the dam's presence serves as a critical line of defense in managing water resources and climate challenges in the region.
As part of the Fort Worth District, Castleman Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the NRCS in addressing water resource management and climate resilience. Its strategic location along the TR-Castleman Creek underscores the importance of proactive infrastructure investments in safeguarding communities against the increasing threats of flooding and water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1010 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CASTLEMAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
139 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Brazos Rv At Waco
|
337cfs |
Middle Bosque Rv Nr Mcgregor
|
19cfs |
Hog Ck Nr Crawford
|
2cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Highbank
|
213cfs |
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
|
0cfs |
N Elm Ck At Rosebud Rd Nr Meeks
|
0cfs |