South Prong Dam
High HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Ellis |
| River/Stream | SOUTH PRONG WAXAHACHIE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 32.33772, -96.80289 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 62 ft |
| Dam Height | 62 ft |
| Dam Length | 4,100 ft |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 22,764 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 22,764 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 690 acres |
| Drainage Area | 29 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 105,443 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | ELLIS COUNTY WCID 1 |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 11/13/2018 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |