Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 20 Dam dam
Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 20 Dam
Upper Bosque River WS SCS Site 20 Dam, located in Erath, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve flood risk reduction and irrigation purposes. Completed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a length of 2025 feet, with a storage capacity of 1161 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Live Oak Creek, within the jurisdiction of TCEQ, and is regulated by the state of Texas.
With a maximum discharge capacity of 4701 cubic feet per second and a spillway width of 62 feet, Upper Bosque River WS SCS Site 20 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks in the region. The dam, constructed under the supervision of the Fort Worth District of the USACE, is inspected, permitted, and regulated by the state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and operational safety. Despite its moderate hazard potential, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing risk assessment and management measures to safeguard the surrounding community from potential hazards.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Upper Bosque River WS SCS Site 20 Dam a fascinating example of infrastructure designed to balance flood control and irrigation needs in the region. As a key component of the water management system on TR-Live Oak Creek, this earth dam serves as a critical asset for the local government in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water supply for agricultural purposes. With its controlled and uncontrolled spillways, the dam is equipped to handle peak discharges and protect downstream areas from potential inundation, underscoring its importance for both water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Erath County, Texas.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 20 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| N Bosque Rv At Hico | 8 cfs | → |
| Leon Rv Nr Hasse | 6 cfs | → |
| Leon Rv Nr De Leon | 4 cfs | → |
| Leon Rv Nr Hamilton | 10 cfs | → |
| Sabana Rv Nr De Leon | 4 cfs | → |
| Paluxy Rv At Glen Rose | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 20 Dam.
Boat launches
- R 6 Comanche County
- Comanche County
- Port Promontory Drive Comanche County
- Farm-To-Market Road 2861 Comanche County
Campgrounds
- Stephenville City Park
- Dublin City Park
- Weiser Community Park
- Hico City Park
- Sowell Creek - Proctor Lake
- Promontory - Proctor Lake
Fishing spots
Track Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 20 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 20 Dam
Where does the data for Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 20 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 20 Dam.