Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam, located in Hamilton, Texas, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure designed by USDA NRCS in 1975.
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This earth dam, standing at a height of 32 feet, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, in addition to flood risk reduction. The dam has a storage capacity of 147 acre-feet with a normal storage of 13 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 0.27 square miles along the TR-Pecan Creek.
Managed by the TCEQ and inspected regularly, the dam is deemed to be in fair condition as of the last assessment in 2016. With one controlled and one uncontrolled outlet gate, the dam is equipped for efficient water management during periods of high discharge. While the hazard potential and risk assessment details are not available, the dam's strategic location and design underscore its significance in water resource management for the region.
As a part of the Fort Worth District and overseen by the local government, Pecan Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam stands as a testament to effective collaboration between various agencies for sustainable water resource management. With its rich history and ongoing commitment to safety and functionality, this dam plays a vital role in ensuring the resilience of the surrounding communities in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1125 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PECAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
0.27 |
Nid Storage |
147 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1, Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Leon Rv Nr Hamilton
|
24cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
|
5cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
13cfs |
Leon Rv At Gatesville
|
29cfs |
Cowhouse Ck At Pidcoke
|
11cfs |
N Bosque Rv Nr Clifton
|
18cfs |