Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 127b Dam, located in Navarro, Texas, stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts in the area.
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Built in 1987 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a structural height of 36 feet, spanning 1462 feet in length. Serving its primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam is situated on TR-Cummins Creek and is under the regulatory oversight of the TCEQ.
With a maximum storage capacity of 405 acre-feet and a normal storage of 51 acre-feet, Chambers Creek Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Despite its high hazard potential and a risk assessment rating of 2 (high), the dam's condition is currently not rated. With no spillway and limited discharge capacity, the dam's design and construction reflect a focus on flood risk mitigation rather than water release management.
While the dam lacks certain safety features such as an Emergency Action Plan and regular inspections, its presence underscores the importance of effective water resource management and climate adaptation strategies in the face of increasing weather uncertainties. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Chambers Creek Dam is crucial in fostering resilience and sustainability in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
1462 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CUMMINS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
0.9 |
Nid Storage |
405 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
|
11cfs |
Waxahachie Ck Nr Bardwell
|
1cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
|
8cfs |
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
|
4cfs |