Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 21 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Upper Bosque River WS SCS Site 21 Dam, located in Erath, Texas, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1966.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 44 feet and spanning 2350 feet, this earth dam plays a key role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a storage capacity of 2061 acre-feet and serving multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and irrigation, the dam is a vital resource for the local community.

Despite its age, the dam remains in good condition with a hazard potential rating of "not available" and a risk assessment of "high (2)". While the last inspection was conducted in 1977, the dam continues to be regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction is supported by its structural design and location on Live Oak Creek.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the Upper Bosque River WS SCS Site 21 Dam serves as a critical infrastructure for managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the region. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of a changing climate.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

2350

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

LIVE OAK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

33

Hydraulic Height

44

Drainage Area

4.51

Nid Storage

2061

Structural Height

44

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

44
       
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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.