Lower San Saba River Ws Scs Site 5 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Lower San Saba River WS SCS Site 5 Dam, located in Richland Springs, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the Clements Hollow river.
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Summary
Built in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 29 feet high and stretches 1475 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1099 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, making it a key asset in protecting the surrounding area from potential flood events.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Lower San Saba River WS SCS Site 5 Dam is regularly inspected to ensure its structural integrity. The dam's condition was assessed as 'Fair' in April 2021, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. With an uncontrolled spillway and 3 outlet gates, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and minimizing the risk of flooding in the region. Despite its moderate risk assessment level, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, safeguarding the community from potential hazards.
With a drainage area of 2.9 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 28,018 cubic feet per second, the Lower San Saba River WS SCS Site 5 Dam is a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure. Its presence not only helps to mitigate flood risks but also contributes to the overall water management efforts in the area, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1475 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
CLEMENTS HOLLOW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
2.9 |
Nid Storage |
1099 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3, Valve - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Brady Ck At Brady
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22cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
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140cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
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3cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr San Saba
|
211cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
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1cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Lower San Saba River Ws Scs Site 5 Dam