Clear Creek Ws Scs Site 19 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 19 Dam, located in Cooke County, Texas, was completed in 1965 and is owned by the local government.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 48 feet and a length of 1620 feet, serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the Loring Branch. The dam has a storage capacity of 443 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.7 acres, providing essential protection against debris flow, fire hazards, and maintaining a small fish pond.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, the dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes state inspections and enforcement for compliance. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is not rated, but it meets the required risk management measures. With no spillway and limited discharge capacity, the dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential inundation events, making it a vital structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and study.
For those interested in water resource management and climate resilience, Clear Creek WS SCS Site 19 Dam stands as a significant example of flood risk reduction infrastructure in Texas. With its strategic location, design, and purpose, this dam not only protects the local community but also supports ecological sustainability by providing habitat for small fish and enhancing fire protection measures. As a focal point for state regulation and inspection, understanding the risk assessment and management measures for this dam can offer valuable insights into maintaining and improving water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1620 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
LORING BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
48 |
Drainage Area |
1.25 |
Nid Storage |
443 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
48 |
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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.
Clear Creek Ws Scs Site 19 Dam