Attoyac Bayou WS SCS Site 5 Dam, located in Rusk, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along Caney Creek.
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Completed in 1980, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and stretches over 1830 feet, with a storage capacity of 3796 acre-feet. The dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2194 cubic feet per second and a spillway width of 104 feet.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Attoyac Bayou WS SCS Site 5 Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is deemed to have a manageable level of risk. The dam features slide and uncontrolled outlet gates to manage water flow, and while its hazard potential is not available, its condition assessment is not rated. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this dam a noteworthy example of flood risk reduction infrastructure in Texas, contributing to the protection of the local community and environment.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1830 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
CANEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
54 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
5.7 |
Nid Storage |
3796 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
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328cfs |
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