Tower Point Detention Dam No 6, located in College Station, Texas, is a private dam with a primary purpose designated as "Other." Built in 2001, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 3,250 feet, with a storage capacity of 164 acre-feet.
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Situated on an off-channel of Spring Creek, the dam serves as a crucial structure for flood control in the region, with a maximum discharge capacity of 3 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Tower Point Detention Dam No 6 is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 106 feet and three uncontrolled outlet gates. Although its hazard potential and condition assessment are currently marked as "Not Available" and "Not Rated" respectively, the risk assessment has been classified as moderate, indicating a level of caution and monitoring needed for its continued safe operation.
With Congressman Bill Flores representing the region in the US Congress, Tower Point Detention Dam No 6 plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding Brazos County community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the characteristics and regulatory oversight of this dam provides valuable insights into its role in water management and the importance of infrastructure resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
3250 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
OFF-CHANNEL OF SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
2.8 |
Nid Storage |
164 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |