Located in Gray County, Texas, the Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam stands as a critical piece of infrastructure designed for flood risk reduction along the TR-Mcclellan Creek.
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Built in 1981, this earth dam with a structural height of 39 feet and a length of 1483 feet serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 820 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Designed by Freese-Nichols and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam boasts a spillway width of 224 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type. Equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates, the dam ensures efficient water discharge during times of excess flow. While the dam's hazard potential is not available and its condition remains unrated, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. Despite its unavailability for emergency action planning guidelines, the dam continues to contribute significantly to water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam serves as a testament to effective collaboration between local government entities and regulatory agencies in safeguarding communities against flooding events. With its strategic location and design features, this dam exemplifies the intersection of engineering innovation and environmental stewardship, making it a crucial asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking sustainable solutions for water management in Texas.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
1483 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MCCLELLAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
5.61 |
Nid Storage |
820 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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East Bluff #2 Campground
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East Bluff #1 Campground - Lake McClellan
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East Bluff #1 Campground
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East Bluff #3 Campground
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Mcdowell Campground
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