Sulphur Creek Ws Scs Site 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Lampasas, Texas, the Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the region.


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Summary

Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at a height of 60 feet and spans 1801 feet along Pitt Creek. With a storage capacity of 3895 acre-feet and a normal storage of 189 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is equipped with uncontrolled and valve outlets to handle maximum discharges of up to 33,958 cubic feet per second. Despite being assessed as in fair condition in 2017, the dam poses a moderate risk, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam serves as a key asset in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential water-related hazards.

As a cornerstone of water management in Lampasas, this dam not only provides flood protection but also contributes to the sustainable utilization of water resources in the area. With its strategic location and design, the Sulphur Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam stands as a testament to effective collaboration between government agencies and the community to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in the face of climate-related challenges.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

1801

Dam Height

60

River Or Stream

PITT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Hydraulic Height

60

Drainage Area

9

Nid Storage

3895

Structural Height

60

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

60
       
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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.