Big Sandy Creek WS NRCS Dam No 33, located in Wise County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along Sandy Creek.
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Completed in 2000, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans 907 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 362 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 511 cubic feet per second. The dam serves as a crucial tool for managing water resources in the region, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Big Sandy Creek Dam No 33 plays a pivotal role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Despite not having a hazard potential rating or a condition assessment, the dam has been deemed to have a moderate risk level. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the structure is designed to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of nearby communities. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and conservation efforts put into safeguarding the region's waterways through this essential infrastructure.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
907 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
0.64 |
Nid Storage |
362 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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 |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro
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1cfs |
Walnut Ck At Reno
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1cfs |
Denton Ck Nr Justin
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16cfs |
| 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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