Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 51 Dam, located in Fannin County, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along Lee Creek.
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Completed in 1982, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans 1455 feet, providing essential flood risk reduction measures for the local community. With a storage capacity of 1020 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.15 square miles, the dam plays a key role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 102 feet and outlet gates including a slide (sluice gate) and two uncontrolled gates. Despite its importance, the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are currently not available, highlighting the need for further evaluation and possible risk management measures. With state regulatory agencies like TCEQ overseeing its maintenance and operation, the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 51 Dam remains a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this dam's design and function fascinating, as it serves as a testament to effective water management practices in the face of natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
1455 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
LEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
2.15 |
Nid Storage |
1020 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |