Upper Bosque River Ws Scs Site 8 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Upper Bosque River WS SCS Site 8 Dam, located in Erath, Texas, serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction and irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans a length of 2600 feet, with a storage capacity of 2093 acre-feet. Situated on the South Fork of the North Bosque River, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.

Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Upper Bosque River WS SCS Site 8 Dam is designed to withstand high-risk conditions, with a hazard potential rating of "Not Available" and a risk assessment of "High (2)". Despite not having a spillway, the dam's structural integrity is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood control and water management. With a drainage area of 3.52 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting surrounding areas from potential flooding events.

Overall, Upper Bosque River WS SCS Site 8 Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience. By effectively mitigating flood risks and supporting irrigation needs, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community, highlighting the significance of proactive water resource planning and management in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

2600

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

SOUTH FORK NORTH BOSQUE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Hydraulic Height

35

Drainage Area

3.52

Nid Storage

2093

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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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.