Clear Fork Trinity River Ws Scs Site 25 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 25 Dam, located in Parker County, Texas, stands as a vital flood risk reduction structure on the Graham Branch river.


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Summary

Built in 1955 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam reaches a height of 50 feet and spans 1650 feet in length, providing crucial storage capacity of 843 acre-feet to manage potential flooding events in the area. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam also serves the community by offering recreational opportunities in its 14.1-acre reservoir.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 25 Dam has not only been inspected regularly but also meets state permitting and enforcement requirements. Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the dam's condition remains unrated, indicating a need for further assessment. With its strategic location and design, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from the impacts of flooding while also providing a recreational space for residents to enjoy.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

1650

Dam Height

50

River Or Stream

GRAHAM BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14.1

Hydraulic Height

50

Drainage Area

2.01

Nid Storage

843

Structural Height

50

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

50
       
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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.