The Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam, located in Gray County, Texas, was completed in 1981 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 64 feet and has a length of 2240 feet, providing flood risk reduction for the area along Tibbetts Draw. With a storage capacity of 2024 acre-feet, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond creation.
Despite not having a spillway, the dam has been deemed to have a high risk level, indicating the potential for significant consequences in the event of failure. Although the condition of the dam has not been rated, it has been inspected periodically with the last recorded inspection taking place in June 2003. With the dam falling under state jurisdiction and regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), there are measures in place for inspection, enforcement, and permitting to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam construction and management in the Texas region.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
2240 |
Dam Height |
64 |
River Or Stream |
TIBBETTS DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
53 |
Hydraulic Height |
64 |
Drainage Area |
5.72 |
Nid Storage |
2024 |
Structural Height |
64 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
64 |