Clear Creek Ws Scs Site 30 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Clear Creek WS SCS Site 30 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts in the area.


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Summary

Built in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a height of 50 feet and a length of 1025 feet has a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Bingham Creek. With a normal storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 1784 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the region.

Managed by the TCEQ and subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, the dam is designated as fair in condition assessment as of April 2021. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and 10.5-acre surface area, the dam's risk potential is considered moderate, with a hazard potential that is not available. With two uncontrolled outlet gates and a drainage area of 1.16 square miles, the dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the region.

Overall, Clear Creek WS SCS Site 30 Dam serves as a key flood risk reduction structure in Montague, Texas, contributing to the protection of surrounding areas from potential water-related hazards. With a storied history dating back to its construction in 1962, the dam continues to play a vital role in water management efforts along the TR-Bingham Creek, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource practices in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

1025

Dam Height

50

River Or Stream

TR-BINGHAM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10.5

Hydraulic Height

50

Drainage Area

1.16

Nid Storage

448

Structural Height

50

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

50
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.