Sulphur Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam in Lampasas, Texas, stands as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the Burleson Creek, designed by the USDA NRCS in 1958.
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Summary
This earth-type dam, with a height of 54 feet and a length of 1050 feet, plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks and supporting irrigation in the region. Managed by the local government and regulated by the TCEQ, this dam has a normal storage capacity of 161 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 11,392 cubic feet per second.
With a fair condition assessment as of September 2017, Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam boasts a storage capacity of 2,237 acre-feet and a surface area of 29 acres. The spillway, with a width of 452 feet, helps control water flow during high levels, ensuring the safety and stability of the dam structure. Despite its moderate risk assessment level, the dam continues to meet regulatory standards, with inspections conducted every five years to maintain its structural integrity and functionality.
As a vital component of the local water resource management infrastructure, Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam serves as a testament to effective flood risk reduction practices and sustainable water utilization in Lampasas, Texas. Its role in safeguarding the community against potential hazards underscores the importance of proactive dam maintenance and regulatory oversight in ensuring reliable water resources for both flood control and irrigation purposes in the region.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
54 |
River Or Stream |
BURLESON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Hydraulic Height |
54 |
Drainage Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
2237 |
Structural Height |
54 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
54 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lampasas Rv Nr Kempner
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33cfs |
S Fk Rocky Ck Nr Briggs
|
0cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr San Saba
|
211cfs |
Cowhouse Ck At Pidcoke
|
13cfs |
Lampasas Rv At Ding Dong
|
41cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Sulphur Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam