Chambers Creek Ws Scs Site 124c Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 124c Dam in Corsicana, Texas, is a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to address flood risk reduction along the Chambers Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1989, this earth dam stands at 26 feet tall and spans 865 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 178 acre-feet for the surrounding area. Despite its primary purpose for flood risk reduction, the dam does not have a spillway and is classified as having a high risk potential.

Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 124c Dam plays a vital role in protecting the community from potential inundation during extreme weather events. With a hazard potential rating of "Not Available" and a risk assessment of "High (2)", continued monitoring and maintenance of this structure are essential to ensure its effectiveness in safeguarding the area. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of this dam in mitigating flood risks and managing water resources is crucial for sustainable development and resilience in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1989

Dam Length

865

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-CHAMBERS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

243

Nid Storage

178

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.