Located in Travis County, Texas, the Sunset Valley Village Detention Pond Dam was designed by BURY & PITTMAN in 1997 for flood risk reduction along the Sunset Valley Branch.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 12.5 feet, with a hydraulic height matching its structural height. With a length of 2160 feet and a drainage area of 0.94 square miles, this dam serves to control the flow of water and prevent flooding in the surrounding area.
Despite being uncontrolled, the dam features a spillway width of 75 feet and one uncontrolled outlet gate. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 0 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 34 acre-feet. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the Sunset Valley Village Detention Pond Dam is under the regulatory oversight of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring regular inspections and enforcement of safety measures. As a vital infrastructure for flood protection in the region, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community from potential water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
2160 |
Dam Height |
12.5 |
River Or Stream |
SUNSET VALLEY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.94 |
Nid Storage |
34 |
Structural Height |
12.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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