Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 46 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 46 Dam, located in Hill County, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Richland Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans a length of 855 feet, with a storage capacity of 309 acre-feet. Despite its high hazard potential and risk assessment rating of 2, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Richland Creek WS SCS Site 46 Dam serves as a critical safeguard against potential flooding in the area. With no spillway and limited discharge capacity, this dam plays a vital role in protecting surrounding communities and infrastructure from the impacts of extreme weather events. Although further details on its inspection frequency, emergency action plan, and risk management measures are not readily available, the dam's operational integrity is crucial for ensuring public safety and water resource sustainability.
As climate change continues to intensify the frequency and severity of flooding events, the importance of structures like Richland Creek WS SCS Site 46 Dam in mitigating risks and protecting communities becomes increasingly evident. With a focus on flood risk reduction and a history of successful operation since its completion, this dam stands as a testament to the ongoing effort to manage water resources and adapt to a changing climate in the region.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
855 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RICHLAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
0.52 |
Nid Storage |
309 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 46 Dam