Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 43 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 43 Dam, located in Collin County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to effectively manage flood risk in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 900 feet, with a storage capacity of 413 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, but it also serves other purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreation.

Managed by the TCEQ and regulated by the state of Texas, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events. With a drainage area of 0.73 square miles and a surface area of 15 acres, the dam serves as a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region. Despite being rated as high risk, the condition of the dam is currently not assessed, highlighting the need for ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood hazards.

As a significant structure in the Fort Worth District, the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 43 Dam stands as a testament to effective collaboration between federal and local government agencies in safeguarding the community from natural disasters. With its strategic location on TR-Indian Creek, the dam not only provides flood protection but also offers recreational opportunities for residents. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of such infrastructure in ensuring resilience against extreme weather events cannot be overstated.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

900

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-INDIAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

0.73

Nid Storage

413

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.