Clear Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 107, located in Montague, Texas, is a local government-owned earth dam designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1962, this dam stands at 40 feet in height and spans a length of 691 feet, providing a storage capacity of 185 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 8.5 acres, this structure plays a crucial role in controlling debris, protecting against fires, and providing water for stock or small fish ponds.
Managed by the TCEQ and regulated by the state of Texas, Clear Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 107 has not been rated for its condition assessment but is considered to have a high risk level. With no spillway or locks, this buttress-type dam features none - 1 outlet gate for water release. Despite its hazard potential not being available, this dam serves as a vital asset in mitigating flood risks in the region, showcasing the importance of effective water resource management and climate adaptation strategies in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
691 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WILLAWALLA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
0.56 |
Nid Storage |
185 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |