Lower Plum Creek WS SCS Site 37 Dam, located in Joliet, Texas, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure on Pin Oak Creek.
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Built in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 28 feet high and spans 2400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 2160 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 4.1 square miles, the dam's uncontrolled spillway has a width of 140 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 4618 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Lower Plum Creek WS SCS Site 37 Dam plays a pivotal role in mitigating flooding in the area. Despite being classified as having a moderate risk level, the dam is currently not rated for its condition assessment. While it lacks certain emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), the dam's strategic location and design contribute to its effectiveness in flood control. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a prime example of sustainable infrastructure for managing water resources and reducing flood risks in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
2400 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
PIN OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
43 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
4.1 |
Nid Storage |
2160 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Plum Ck Nr Luling
|
9cfs |
San Marcos Rv At Luling
|
103cfs |
San Marcos Rv Nr Martindale
|
89cfs |
Plum Ck At Lockhart
|
7cfs |
Blanco Rv At San Marcos
|
0cfs |
San Marcos Rv At San Marcos
|
82cfs |