Green Creek Ws Scs Site 13 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Green Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam, located in Erath County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Black Spring Branch.


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Summary

Completed in 1956, this earth dam stands at a height of 41 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 2208 acre-feet, serving purposes such as flood risk reduction, irrigation, and recreation. Despite being last inspected in 1977, with a hazard potential and condition assessment labeled as "Not Available" and "Not Rated" respectively, this dam remains under state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

While lacking spillways and locks, Green Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam boasts a structural length of 1672 feet and an outlet gate of one. With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)", the dam's risk management measures, emergency action plan (EAP) status, and inundation maps preparation are currently unspecified. Owned by the local government and falling under the jurisdiction of the state, this dam represents a crucial component in the region's water resource management and climate resilience efforts. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and safety of such infrastructure is essential for sustainable development and disaster prevention in the area.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

1672

Dam Height

41

River Or Stream

BLACK SPRING BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

41

Nid Storage

2208

Structural Height

41

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

41
       
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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.
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