Located in Grayson, Texas, the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam is a vital structure designed by USDA NRCS to address flood risk reduction in the region.
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Completed in 1987, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and stretches 305 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 443 acre-feet. The dam plays a critical role in protecting the area from potential flooding events along the TR-PILOT GROVE CREEK, with a drainage area of 0.98 square miles.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and safety. While it currently holds a high risk assessment rating, its condition is not rated, indicating the need for further evaluation. With no spillway and limited discharge capacity, the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam remains a key component in the flood risk management strategy for the community, showcasing the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of climate variability and change.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
305 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PILOT GROVE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
0.98 |
Nid Storage |
443 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |