Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 24 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 24 Dam, located in Limestone County, Texas, stands as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Elm Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1956 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a height of 21 feet and a length of 1200 feet serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a normal storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a total storage of 1349 acre-feet, it plays a vital role in managing water flow and mitigating potential flooding in the area.
Managed by the TCEQ, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state of Texas to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. While the hazard potential is marked as "Not Available" and the condition assessment is "Not Rated," the risk assessment suggests a high risk level. Further information about the emergency action plan, inundation maps, and risk management measures is currently not available, indicating a need for more comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation strategies to safeguard this important water resource infrastructure.
With its strategic location and role in flood risk reduction, Richland Creek WS SCS Site 24 Dam is a key asset in the water resource management system of Limestone County. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and increase the frequency of extreme events, the importance of maintaining and enhancing the resilience of such structures becomes increasingly evident. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and supporting the upkeep of this dam is essential for protecting communities and safeguarding the local environment from potential flooding risks.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
1349 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
|
6cfs |
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
|
4cfs |
Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman
|
2cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |
Big Ck Nr Freestone
|
4cfs |
White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
|
515cfs |
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.
Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 24 Dam
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