Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 4 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam, located in Limestone County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the TR-PIN OAK CREEK.
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Summary
Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches 3610 feet in length, providing crucial flood risk reduction measures for the surrounding area. With a normal storage capacity of 199 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1530 acre-feet, the dam plays a key role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Richland Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced for safety and compliance. Although not rated for its condition assessment, the dam is listed as having a high risk potential, emphasizing the importance of continued monitoring and risk management measures. With no spillway and one outlet gate, the dam's impact on the surrounding environment and water resources is significant, making it a crucial structure for climate and water resource enthusiasts to monitor and study.
As part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in the area, Richland Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam serves as a reminder of the critical role that earth dams play in managing water resources and mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events. With its strategic location and design, the dam is a testament to the collaborative efforts of local government and federal agencies in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the threats posed by climate change and flooding. For enthusiasts and researchers interested in water resource management and climate resilience, this dam presents a fascinating case study of the intersection between infrastructure, policy, and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
3610 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PIN OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
44 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
2.39 |
Nid Storage |
1530 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
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