Big Sandy Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, was completed in 1957 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the TR-JONES CREEK.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 700 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 512 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam remains in fair condition and has not been rated for its current state.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Big Sandy Creek Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a normal storage capacity of 38 acre-feet and a surface area of 10.8 acres, the dam also serves additional purposes such as debris control, fire protection, and supporting small fish ponds. However, the lack of a spillway and maximum discharge information raises concerns about its ability to handle extreme weather events.
The risk assessment for the Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam indicates a high risk level, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With the potential for emergency situations, the presence of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information for key stakeholders would be crucial in mitigating any potential hazards. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to monitor and support the upkeep of vital infrastructure like the Big Sandy Creek Dam to protect communities and ecosystems in the face of changing weather patterns and increasing flood risks.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-JONES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
1.12 |
Nid Storage |
512 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro
|
1cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport
|
8cfs |
Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold
|
112cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
|
145cfs |
E Fk Little Wichita Rv Nr Henrietta
|
0cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
|
216cfs |
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.
Big Sandy Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam
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