Farmers Creek Ws Scs Site 10 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, is a vital structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Redbud Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1982, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and spans 1950 feet, with a storage capacity of 2445 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including debris control, fire protection, and providing a habitat for fish and wildlife.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam has a high risk assessment due to its critical role in flood risk reduction. While the hazard potential and condition assessment are not available, the dam's design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service ensure its structural integrity. With no spillway and limited inspection data, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard this essential water resource infrastructure.

Overall, Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam is a crucial asset in mitigating flood risks in the area, providing essential storage capacity and habitat benefits for the local ecosystem. Climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals alike can appreciate the dam's impact on the surrounding environment and the role it plays in ensuring community safety and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1982

Dam Length

1950

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

REDBUD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Hydraulic Height

44

Drainage Area

5.08

Nid Storage

2445

Structural Height

44

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

44
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.