Childress Lake Dam, located in San Saba, Texas, was completed in 1979 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 3240 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 314 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-China Creek and is regulated by the state with permitting and inspection requirements in place.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 400 feet and is equipped with two uncontrolled and one valve outlet gates. Despite being classified as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, the risk level associated with Childress Lake Dam is considered moderate. The dam has not been modified since its completion and has a hazard potential that is currently deemed not available. With a drainage area of 4.35 square miles, the reservoir spans 35 acres and serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area, highlighting the importance of its maintenance and regulatory oversight for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
3240 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHINA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
4.35 |
Nid Storage |
314 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr San Saba
|
211cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
Brady Ck At Brady
|
22cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
|
3cfs |
Llano Rv At Llano
|
263cfs |