Clear Fork Trinity River Ws Scs Site 19 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Parker, Texas, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 19 Dam stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts in the area.


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Summary

Built in 1958 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a height of 48 feet and a length of 1700 feet serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, irrigation, and recreation in addition to flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 838 acre-feet and a normal storage of 114 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Managed by the TCEQ and designated as state-regulated, the dam is located on the Green Branch river and falls under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the USACE. Although the hazard potential is not available, the risk assessment for the dam is rated as high, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam features one outlet gate for water release when necessary.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Clear Fork Trinity River WS SCS Site 19 Dam offers a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure and management. With its diverse purposes and critical role in flood risk reduction, this dam exemplifies the intersection of water resource management, environmental conservation, and community safety. The ongoing monitoring and regulatory oversight ensure the continued effectiveness of the dam in protecting the surrounding area from potential water-related hazards.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

1700

Dam Height

48

River Or Stream

GREEN BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15.1

Hydraulic Height

48

Drainage Area

2.13

Nid Storage

838

Structural Height

48

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

48
       
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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.