Clear Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 105, located in Montague, Texas, serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along the TR-WILLAWALLA CREEK, designed by the USDA NRCS in 1962.
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This Earth-type dam boasts a height of 33 feet and spans 897 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam effectively controls debris, aids in fire protection, and supports various agricultural and environmental purposes in the region.
With a surface area of 5.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, Clear Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 105 plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem. Managed by the TCEQ and meeting Texas state regulations, the dam stands as a testament to successful flood risk mitigation efforts in the area. Despite its high hazard potential and risk assessment rating of 2, the dam's condition remains unrated, indicating a need for further assessment and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and efficiency of this essential water resource structure.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
897 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WILLAWALLA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |