Ce Brown Dam No 3, located in Hemphill, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1962.
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With a height of 25 feet and a length of 449 feet, this dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction, while also offering benefits for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. The dam has a storage capacity of 40 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 27 acre-feet, providing crucial water resource management in the region.
Although not regulated by the state, Ce Brown Dam No 3 has a high risk assessment due to its potential impact in case of a breach. Despite being privately owned, the dam is designed to meet necessary safety standards and has an outlet gate for controlled water releases. While the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are currently not available, its significant role in flood risk reduction highlights the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety of surrounding areas. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ce Brown Dam No 3 stands as a vital infrastructure contributing to the resilience and protection of the local community against flooding events.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
449 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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|
44cfs |
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|
1cfs |
Sweetwater Ck Nr Kelton
|
3cfs |
Sweetwater Creek Near Sweetwater
|
13cfs |
N Fk Red Rv Nr Shamrock
|
3cfs |
Washita River Near Cheyenne
|
8cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Canadian City Park
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Lake Marvin Campground
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Lake Marvin
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