The Upper Cibolo Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam in Kendall County, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along Deep Hollow Creek.
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Completed in 1980, this earth dam stands at a height of 56 feet and stretches 1130 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1278 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a spillway width of 102 feet to handle a maximum discharge of 2785 cubic feet per second.
Owned and regulated by the local government, the dam is inspected every 5 years and was last assessed to be in fair condition in January 2018. The dam features a slide and two uncontrolled outlet gates for managing water flow. While the hazard potential is not available, the risk assessment deems it moderate with appropriate risk management measures in place. With its strategic location and design, the Upper Cibolo Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events, making it a significant asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1130 |
Dam Height |
56 |
River Or Stream |
DEEP HOLLOW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
56 |
Drainage Area |
3.1 |
Nid Storage |
1278 |
Structural Height |
56 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
56 |