Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 38 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Fannin County, Texas, the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction strategies implemented by the local government with the assistance of the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
Built in 1970, this earth dam on Dog Creek serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, irrigation, recreation, and water supply, showcasing its versatile utility in the region. With a height of 43 feet and a length of 1800 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 1847 acre-feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 8013 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam has been deemed in fair condition as of the most recent assessment in April 2021. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has withstood the test of time and continues to provide essential services to the surrounding community. With a risk assessment rating of moderate (3), the dam remains a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience will find this dam to be a fascinating example of sustainable engineering and management practices in action.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1800 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
DOG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Drainage Area |
3.24 |
Nid Storage |
1847 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
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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.
Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 38 Dam