Sediment Pond No 005 is a privately owned sediment pond located in Leon County, Texas, specifically in the city of Jewett.
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This pond, with a capacity of 700 acre-feet, is primarily used for tailings management. The dam is an earth type with a buttress core design, reaching a height of 15 feet. Despite being completed at an unknown year, it is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Although the sediment pond does not have a spillway, it features one outlet gate for water release. With a drainage area of 0.4 square miles, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources and potential flooding in the surrounding area. The risk assessment for Sediment Pond No 005 is rated as high, signifying the importance of proper maintenance and management to prevent any potential hazards. With limited data available on its condition assessment and emergency action plan, further evaluation and preparation may be necessary to ensure the safety and efficiency of this essential water resource infrastructure.
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
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Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
700 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Big Ck Nr Freestone
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12cfs |
Navasota Rv Nr Easterly
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12cfs |
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
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1cfs |
Upper Keechi Ck Nr Oakwood
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11cfs |
Navasota Rv At Old Spanish Rd Nr Bryan
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28cfs |
Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman
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2cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Public Use Area 5 - Thornton
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Public Use Area 2 - Groesbeck
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Public Use Area 3 - Groesbeck
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