Sediment Pond 30c, located in Atascosa, Texas, serves as a critical water resource management structure in the region.
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Owned privately, this sediment pond is primarily used for purposes other than flood control or water supply. With a dam height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 158 acre-feet, this earth dam structure plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the area.
Constructed with stone core and soil foundation, Sediment Pond 30c has a spillway width of 27 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 175 cubic feet per second. While the dam's hazard potential is not available, it is rated as having a moderate risk level. Despite being last inspected in 2011 and currently not rated for condition assessment, this sediment pond remains an essential component of the water infrastructure in Atascosa County.
Managed by the Mine Safety and Health Administration, Sediment Pond 30c is designed to withstand hydraulic pressures while efficiently storing and releasing water as needed. With its strategic location and moderate risk assessment, this structure continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Dam Length |
3750 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
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Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.52 |
Nid Storage |
158 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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|
1cfs |
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|
0cfs |
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|
0cfs |
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|
151cfs |
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33cfs |
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|
170cfs |