Sulphur Creek Ws Scs Site 6 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Lampasas, Texas, the Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam is a vital flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1961.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 54 feet and a length of 2748 feet, this earth dam on Bean Creek plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a normal storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 146038 cubic feet per second, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With an overall fair condition assessment and a moderate risk level, this dam is equipped with uncontrolled and valve outlet gates to manage water flow effectively. Despite its age, this dam continues to play a crucial role in flood control efforts in the area, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
As a part of the Fort Worth District and situated in the watershed of Bean Creek, the Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam not only contributes to flood risk reduction but also supports various ecological and agricultural activities in the region. With a history of service spanning several decades, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of strategic infrastructure development in safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events and climate variability.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
2748 |
Dam Height |
54 |
River Or Stream |
BEAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Hydraulic Height |
54 |
Drainage Area |
48.7 |
Nid Storage |
9252 |
Structural Height |
100 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
100 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lampasas Rv Nr Kempner
|
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 6 Dam