Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 56 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 56 Dam, located in Hill, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans 1669 feet along Neuchoff Creek. With a storage capacity of 577 acre-feet and a surface area of 10.4 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite being classified as having a high risk (2) based on a risk assessment, the dam's hazard potential is not available, and its condition assessment remains unrated. The dam does not have a spillway and features one outlet gate. While the dam is state-regulated and inspected by the TCEQ, details on recent inspections, emergency action plans, and risk management measures are not available. The dam serves as a key structure for flood risk reduction and irrigation purposes, highlighting its importance in water resource management in the area.
In the picturesque landscape of Hill, Texas, the Richland Creek WS SCS Site 56 Dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management. With its significant storage capacity and strategic location along Neuchoff Creek, this earth dam continues to play a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and supporting irrigation activities in the region. While certain details about its condition and risk assessment are lacking, the dam remains a vital asset for local government and the community at large in ensuring water security and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1669 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
NEUHOFF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
1.13 |
Nid Storage |
577 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
|
338cfs |
White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
|
515cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
|
8cfs |
Aquilla Ck Abv Aquilla
|
1cfs |
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
|
4cfs |
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.
Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 56 Dam