Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Site 32, located in Wise County, Texas, is a crucial water resource managed by the USDA NRCS.
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This earth dam, completed in 1988, stands at a height of 44 feet and has a storage capacity of 693 acre-feet. The dam controls the flow of Walker Branch, a tributary of the Trinity River, and serves various purposes such as flood control, water supply, and wildlife habitat enhancement.
Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment as of April 2021, Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Site 32 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The dam has a moderate risk rating, with a spillway width of 100 feet and a maximum discharge of 973 cubic feet per second. The dam's primary purpose is to protect downstream areas from flooding while also providing essential water management benefits for the local community.
In the event of an emergency, the dam at Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Site 32 is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. While the hazard potential is not available, the risk management measures for the dam are currently not specified. With its strategic location and vital role in water resource management, this site serves as a significant asset for climate and water resource enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR- WALKER BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Drainage Area |
1.21 |
Nid Storage |
693 |
Structural Height |
54 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
54 |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport
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8cfs |
Denton Ck At Cr 2513 Nr Decatur
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14cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Boyd
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5cfs |
Denton Ck Nr Justin
|
16cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro
|
1cfs |
Walnut Ck At Reno
|
1cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Black Creek Lake: (940) 627-5475
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Black Creek Lake
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Tadra Point
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Valley View Group Use: (940) 627-5475
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Wise County Park
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