Clear Fork Trinity River Ws Scs Site 16a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 16a Dam, located in Parker County, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the McKnight Branch.
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Summary
Constructed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans a length of 1130 feet, providing a storage capacity of 712 acre-feet. While primarily designed for flood risk reduction, the dam also supports purposes such as fire protection, irrigation, and recreation, highlighting its multifunctional significance in water resource management.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 16a Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, emphasizing the need for ongoing risk management measures and potential emergency action preparedness. As part of the Fort Worth District, the dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events and underscores the importance of proactive monitoring and maintenance practices in safeguarding water resources.
With a risk assessment rating of high, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 16a Dam underscores the critical role of infrastructure in mitigating flood risks and enhancing water security in the region. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns and exacerbate extreme precipitation events, the dam's role in flood control and water storage becomes increasingly vital. By emphasizing the importance of sustainable water resource management and proactive risk mitigation strategies, this dam serves as a key asset in promoting resilience against climate-related challenges and ensuring the long-term sustainability of water resources in Parker County, Texas.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1130 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
MCKNIGHT BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
1.91 |
Nid Storage |
712 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
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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.
Clear Fork Trinity River Ws Scs Site 16a Dam
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