Caney Creek Ws Scs Site 8 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Caney Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam, located in Fannin, Texas, is a key structure designed by USDA NRCS to address flood risk reduction along the TR-CANEY CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1966, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans 1045 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 618 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam's hazard potential is currently labeled as "Not Available" with a high-risk assessment of 2.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Caney Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. While the dam's condition is not currently rated, it is subject to state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and operational effectiveness are maintained. With no spillway and minimal associated structures, this dam serves as a vital component in the flood risk reduction strategy for the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Caney Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam engineering and management. With its unique design characteristics, regulatory oversight, and high-risk assessment, this structure exemplifies the intersection of infrastructure development, natural resource conservation, and climate resilience efforts. As discussions around water security and climate change adaptation continue to evolve, the role of dams like Caney Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam in protecting communities and ecosystems becomes increasingly significant.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1045 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
618 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
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