Green Creek Ws Scs Site 10 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Green Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam, located in Erath County, Texas, was completed in 1957 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and spans 2073 feet along the Heavenly Branch river or stream. With a storage capacity of 1553 acre-feet, the dam serves the local community for flood protection, irrigation, and recreational purposes.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and designated as a state-regulated structure, Green Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam has not been rated for condition assessment but is considered to have a high risk level. Despite this, the dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. While the hazard potential is not available, the dam's construction type is listed as buttress earth, with unlisted/unknown foundations. This site serves as a vital asset for water resource management in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate resilience.

As part of the Fort Worth District, this dam is a crucial component of the local water management system, ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding community. With no documented inspection frequency or emergency action plan in place, there is room for improvement in the monitoring and maintenance of this critical infrastructure. Given its age and risk level, continued attention and investment in the upkeep of Green Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam are essential for safeguarding water resources and mitigating the impacts of climate change in the area.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

2073

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

HEAVENLY BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

44

Nid Storage

1553

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.