Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam
Key Takeaway
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 293 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,651 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01285 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF ENNIS;ELLIS COUNTY;ELLIS PRAIRIE SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 20a Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam is owned by CITY OF ENNIS;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 20a Dam built?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 20a Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. 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 20a Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam has a dam height of 14 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.
When was Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam last inspected?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 20a Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.