Tmpa Gibbons Creek Mine Dam 14, located in Grimes, Texas, is a private earth dam with a height of 21 feet and a length of 2200 feet.
Wind
Humidity
Completed in 1983, this dam on Heifer Creek serves as a vital water resource, providing a storage capacity of 1657 acre-feet and a surface area of 113.8 acres. The dam is designed with an uncontrolled spillway, featuring a width of 250 feet.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being rated as "not available" in terms of hazard potential and condition assessment, the risk level is considered moderate. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1778 cfs, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting downstream areas from potential flooding events.
Overall, Tmpa Gibbons Creek Mine Dam 14 represents a significant infrastructure for water management in the region, serving multiple purposes beyond flood control. With its robust design and regulatory oversight, the dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
2200 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
HEIFER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
113.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
2.48 |
Nid Storage |
1657 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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