South Mopac Dam, located in Austin, Texas, along the TR-Slaughter Creek, serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Completed in 1998, this earth dam stands at a height of 17.64 feet and has a length of 1600 feet, providing essential protection to the surrounding community. Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 134 feet, capable of handling a maximum discharge of 9460 cubic feet per second.
The dam has a storage capacity of 283 acre-feet and plays a significant role in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the region. Designed by ESPEY HUSTON AND ASSOCIATES INC and MURFEE ENG, the South Mopac Dam is inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in July 2015. While the dam is rated as having a moderate risk level, it is not currently assessed for its condition. With its strategic location and purpose, the South Mopac Dam stands as a crucial piece of infrastructure in safeguarding the community against potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
17.64 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SLAUGHTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
17.64 |
Drainage Area |
4.13 |
Nid Storage |
283 |
Structural Height |
17.64 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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