Mauai Dam, located in Travis County, Texas, was completed in 1997 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Kincheon Branch of Williamson Creek.
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Designed by FREESE & NICHOLS INC and LONGARO & CLARKE INC, this earth dam stands at 12 feet high and stretches 1776 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 43 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, with a width of 35 feet, is uncontrolled and can discharge up to 678 cubic feet per second in times of heavy rainfall.
Despite its age, Mauai Dam remains in satisfactory condition as of the latest assessment in February 2016, with a moderate risk rating. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With its strategic location in Austin and critical role in flood risk management, Mauai Dam continues to serve as a vital infrastructure for safeguarding the local community and environment from potential water-related disasters.
Years Modified |
2008 - Hydraulic |
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
1776 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
KINCHEON BR-WILLIAMSON CK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
43 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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McKinney Falls State Park
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Emma Long Metropolitan Park
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Camp Mabry Military
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