Located in Navarro County, Texas, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 136 Dam stands as a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks in the area.
Wind
Humidity
Completed in 1975, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 27 feet and stretches out over 1896 feet, providing essential water resource management for the surrounding region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the TCEQ, the dam plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction along the TR-Briar Creek. With a storage capacity of 1646 acre-feet and a normal storage of 142 acre-feet, the dam's significance in water resource management cannot be understated. Despite being of high risk potential, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity.
As a key component in the water resource infrastructure of Petty's Chapel, the Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 136 Dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies in safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events. With its strategic location and essential role in flood risk reduction, this dam stands as a critical asset in protecting the environment and ensuring the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1896 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRIAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
2.93 |
Nid Storage |
1646 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
|
11cfs |
Waxahachie Ck Nr Bardwell
|
1cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
|
8cfs |
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
|
4cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |