Escarpment Dam North, located in Austin, Texas along Slaughter Creek, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure in the region.
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Built in 1986 by ESPEY HOUSTON AND ASSOCIATES INC, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches 1700 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 448 acre-feet. The dam is state-regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
With an uncontrolled spillway and five outlet gates, Escarpment Dam North is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 28,552 cubic feet per second. While its hazard potential and condition assessment are not currently rated, the dam has been deemed to have a moderate risk level. Emergency action plans have been prepared and updated, aligning with guidelines to manage any potential risks effectively. As a significant contributor to flood control in the area, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the community and surrounding areas from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
1700 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
SLAUGHTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
11.15 |
Nid Storage |
448 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 5 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Emma Long Metropolitan Park
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McKinney Falls State Park
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Camp Mabry Military
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