Big Sandy Creek Ws Scs Site 10 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the East Jones Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1957, this earth dam stands at 42 feet high and stretches 850 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1492 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits such as debris control, fire protection, and providing a source for small fish or stock pond.
The dam's fair condition assessment as of May 2018 and moderate hazard potential highlight the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water regulation. Despite not being owned by a federal agency, the Texas state regulatory agency TCEQ oversees its permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes, ensuring public safety and environmental protection. While the risk level is moderate, the dam's strategic location and design play a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area.
Overall, Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Texas, showcasing the collaborative efforts between local and state authorities in ensuring its safety and functionality. With its history of providing flood protection and other benefits to the surrounding community, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
EAST JONES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
3.2 |
Nid Storage |
1492 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold
|
112cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro
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1cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport
|
8cfs |
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 10 Dam
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