Nolan Creek Ws Scs Site 15 Dam dam
Nolan Creek Ws Scs Site 15 Dam
Located in Bell, Texas, the Nolan Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts in the area. Built in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam spans 2075 feet in length and reaches a height of 50 feet, with a storage capacity of 879 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection, stock watering, and recreational activities, in addition to flood risk mitigation.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The last inspection in June 2017 deemed the dam's condition as satisfactory, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The presence of an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates further highlights the importance of effective water management practices in the region, as well as the commitment to maintaining the dam's functionality for the surrounding community.
As a key component in the water resource infrastructure of the area, the Nolan Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam serves as a vital guardian against flooding events and supports various activities that benefit the local residents. With a history of modifications and upkeep since its construction, the dam continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Bell County, Texas.
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 Nolan Creek Ws Scs Site 15 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nolan Ck At S Penelope | 102 cfs | → |
| Leon Rv Nr Belton | 386 cfs | → |
| Lampasas Rv Nr Belton | 954 cfs | → |
| Salado Ck At Salado | 124 cfs | → |
| Little Rv Nr Little River | 1,560 cfs | → |
| Lampasas Rv At Ding Dong | 730 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Nolan Creek Ws Scs Site 15 Dam.
Boat launches
- Simmons Road 4600, Belton
- Westcliff Park, Belton
- Denmans Lane, Belton
- Farm-To-Market Road 2305, Belton
- Cherokee Drive, Harker Heights
- Rogers Park Road 2256-2400, Belton
Campgrounds
- Westcliff - Belton Lake
- Live Oak Ridge Park - Belton Lake
- Belton Lake Military - Fort Hood
- Dana Peak - Stillhouse Hollow Lake
- S3
- S1
Fishing spots
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About Nolan Creek Ws Scs Site 15 Dam
Where does the data for Nolan Creek Ws Scs Site 15 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 Nolan Creek Ws Scs Site 15 Dam.