The Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam, located in Somervell, Texas, was completed in 1984 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Rough Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 55 feet and has a structural height of 60 feet, with a total length of 1260 feet. It has a storage capacity of 1762 acre-feet and serves to mitigate flooding in the area.
The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being rated as having a high risk potential, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. With a drainage area of 4.64 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 196 acre-feet, the Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding community from potential flood hazards.
As a key infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, the Paluxy River WS SCS Site 23 Dam's design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service demonstrate a commitment to sustainable water management practices. While its hazard potential and risk assessment are noted as high, ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts are essential to ensure the continued safety and effectiveness of this important water resource structure in Somervell, Texas.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
1260 |
Dam Height |
55 |
River Or Stream |
ROUGH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
55 |
Drainage Area |
4.64 |
Nid Storage |
1762 |
Structural Height |
60 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
60 |
Paluxy Rv At Glen Rose
|
8cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Glen Rose
|
32cfs |
N Bosque Rv At Hico
|
7cfs |
Brazos Rv Ds Lk Granbury Nr Granbury
|
15cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Dennis
|
81cfs |
Nolan Rv At Blum
|
7cfs |