Dry Comal Creek FRS 11 is a vital water resource structure located in Comal, Texas, owned and regulated by the local government and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
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Designed by CH2MHILL and Freese and Nichols, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 87 feet and has a hydraulic height of 85.8 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 2880 acre-feet. Completed in 2012, this structure serves a primary purpose of water management for the Dry Comal Creek watershed, with a drainage area of 5.61 square miles.
With a structural height of 146 feet and a length of 1570 feet, Dry Comal Creek FRS 11 boasts a maximum discharge capacity of 34642 cubic feet per second, controlled by an uncontrolled spillway. The dam's condition assessment as of February 2015 was reported as satisfactory, with a moderate risk level of 3. Emergency action plans and risk management measures are not readily available for this structure, indicating a potential area for improvement in preparedness and response. Overall, Dry Comal Creek FRS 11 plays a crucial role in water management and flood control for the surrounding area, highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
2012 |
Dam Length |
1570 |
Dam Height |
87 |
River Or Stream |
UN TR-DRY COMAL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
85.8 |
Drainage Area |
5.61 |
Nid Storage |
2880 |
Structural Height |
146 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
146 |