The Mary Rhodes Phase 2 Sedimentation Basin Dam, located in Matagorda, Texas, is a crucial structure managed by the local government to regulate the off-channel Colorado River.
Wind
Humidity
Designed with a stone core and a soil foundation, this dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 3300 feet. It serves as a key component in maintaining water resources and climate control in the region.
With a storage capacity of 131 acre-feet and a normal storage of 74 acre-feet, this dam plays a vital role in flood control and water management. The uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet ensures effective discharge during high water levels. The dam's satisfactory condition assessment and moderate risk rating highlight its importance in providing essential services to the surrounding area.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Mary Rhodes Phase 2 Sedimentation Basin Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. Its role in maintaining water resources and mitigating climate-related risks underscores the significance of this structure in safeguarding the local community and environment.
Dam Length |
3300 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CHANNEL COLORADO RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
131 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Colorado Rv Nr Bay City
|
2670cfs |
Tres Palacios Rv Nr Midfield
|
44cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Wadsworth
|
481cfs |
Colorado Rv At Wharton
|
333cfs |
San Bernard Rv Nr Boling
|
136cfs |
E Mustang Ck Nr Louise
|
3cfs |