Clear Creek Ws Scs Site 23 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 23 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, is a vital structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Fannin Branch river.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 58 feet with a structural length of 1470 feet, providing a storage capacity of 797 acre-feet. Despite its critical role in mitigating flood risks, the dam does not have a spillway and is not currently rated for its condition or hazard potential.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Clear Creek dam serves multiple purposes including debris control, fire protection, and small fish ponds in addition to flood risk reduction. The dam is not associated with any federal agencies or funding, but continues to be inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state. While the risk assessment for the dam is considered high, specific risk management measures and emergency action plans are currently not available.
With its strategic location and importance in protecting the surrounding community from floods, Clear Creek WS SCS Site 23 Dam stands as a crucial infrastructure managed by local authorities. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, further monitoring and assessment of the dam's condition, risk management strategies, and emergency preparedness will be key to ensuring the safety and resilience of the area in the face of potential natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1470 |
Dam Height |
58 |
River Or Stream |
FANNIN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
58 |
Drainage Area |
1.68 |
Nid Storage |
797 |
Structural Height |
58 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
58 |
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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 23 Dam