Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam
Key Takeaway
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,519 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 505 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 855 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04224 |
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
HILL COUNTY;HILL COUNTY BLACKLAND SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 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 68 Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam is owned by HILL COUNTY;HILL COUNTY BLACKLAND SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam built?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 68 Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. 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 68 Dam?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam has a dam height of 31 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 68 Dam last inspected?
Chambers Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.