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Amarillo Citadel Dam, located in Potter County, Texas, stands as a private-owned structure along the TR-West Amarillo Creek.
Completed in 1986, the dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a height of 20 feet and a length of 220 feet, Amarillo Citadel Dam boasts a storage capacity of 10 acre-feet and a surface area of 2 acres.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam features an uncontrolled spillway and three outlet gates for water management. Despite not having a hazard potential rating available, the overall condition assessment of the dam is deemed satisfactory. Regular inspections are conducted every five years to ensure the structure's safety and integrity, with the last inspection taking place in October 2016.
Amarillo Citadel Dam offers a unique recreational opportunity for visitors to enjoy nature and water activities, while also serving as a vital component of the local watershed system. The dam's moderate risk assessment underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard its functionality and the surrounding ecosystem. Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience will find Amarillo Citadel Dam to be a fascinating case study in sustainable infrastructure development and operation.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
220 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST AMARILLO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
10 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Comanche Crossing
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