Richland Creek WS SCS Site 45 Dam, located in Hill County, Texas, was completed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Richland Creek.
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The dam, standing at a height of 32 feet and with a length of 1369 feet, has a storage capacity of 414 acre-feet and a drainage area of 15.8 square miles. The primary purpose of this earth dam is to mitigate flood risks in the area, with a spillway width of 111 feet to manage maximum discharges.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Richland Creek WS SCS Site 45 Dam is state-regulated and subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite being classified as having a moderate risk level, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. With a designated emergency action plan (EAP) status and a risk management framework in place, this dam plays a critical role in protecting the surrounding communities from potential flooding events along Richland Creek.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1369 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RICHLAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
15.8 |
Nid Storage |
414 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
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338cfs |
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515cfs |
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865cfs |
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8cfs |
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4cfs |
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1cfs |