Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 10 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam, located in Limestone, Texas, is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
Completed in 1957, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and stretches 1,931 feet in length, providing flood risk reduction along the TR-Munger Branch. With a storage capacity of 1,513 acre-feet and a surface area of 66 acres, the dam serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction and recreation.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Richland Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam has not undergone recent inspections, with the last recorded assessment dating back to April 1978. Despite its "not rated" condition assessment, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) and an uncontrolled spillway system with a width of 150 feet. While the dam's hazard potential and emergency action plan status are not available, it remains a key component in the region's water resource management, reflecting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such critical infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Richland Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam offers a fascinating case study in dam engineering and management practices. With its historical significance and role in flood risk reduction, this earth dam serves as a reminder of the intricate balance between water infrastructure development, environmental stewardship, and climate resilience. As discussions around water security and climate adaptation continue to evolve, understanding the complexities of structures like Richland Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam becomes essential in shaping sustainable water resource strategies for the future.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
1931 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUNGER BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
66 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
1.9 |
Nid Storage |
1513 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
|
4cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
|
6cfs |
White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
|
515cfs |
Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman
|
2cfs |
Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
|
338cfs |
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 10 Dam
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