Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam
Key Takeaway
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04526 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ELLIS COUNTY;ELLIS PRAIRIE SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam is owned by ELLIS COUNTY;ELLIS PRAIRIE SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam built?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 106 Dam has a dam height of 30 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.