Ne Trib Leon River Ws Scs Site 17 Dam dam
Ne Trib Leon River Ws Scs Site 17 Dam
The Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 17 Dam, located in Erath County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to help manage flood risk in the area. Completed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans 2760 feet, providing essential flood risk reduction capabilities for the surrounding community. With a storage capacity of 1091 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.16 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting residents from the impacts of extreme weather events.
This dam not only serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction but also provides recreational opportunities for the local community. Despite its age, the Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 17 Dam is in good condition and has not been rated for any hazards. While there are currently no spillways or locks associated with the dam, its strategic location and design make it a key asset for managing water resources in the area. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns, structures like this dam will be essential for safeguarding communities against the threats of flooding.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 17 Dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts needed to protect water resources and adapt to a changing climate. With a high risk assessment due to its critical role in flood risk reduction, this dam underscores the importance of proactive risk management measures and regular inspections to ensure its continued effectiveness. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to recognize the value of infrastructure like this dam in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ne Trib Leon River Ws Scs Site 17 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Leon Rv Nr Hasse | 30 cfs | → |
| Leon Rv Nr De Leon | 4 cfs | → |
| Sabana Rv Nr De Leon | 22 cfs | → |
| N Bosque Rv At Hico | 304 cfs | → |
| Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche | 3 cfs | → |
| Leon Rv Nr Hamilton | 98 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ne Trib Leon River Ws Scs Site 17 Dam.
Boat launches
- R 6 Comanche County
- Comanche County
- Port Promontory Drive Comanche County
- Farm-To-Market Road 2861 Comanche County
Campgrounds
- Dublin City Park
- Weiser Community Park
- Sowell Creek - Proctor Lake
- Promontory - Proctor Lake
- Copperas Creek - Proctor Lake
- De Leon Community Park
Fishing spots
Track Ne Trib Leon River Ws Scs Site 17 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Ne Trib Leon River Ws Scs Site 17 Dam
Where does the data for Ne Trib Leon River Ws Scs Site 17 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Ne Trib Leon River Ws Scs Site 17 Dam.