Duck Creek Ws Scs Site 7 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Duck Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam, located in Dickens County, Texas, was completed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along Dockum Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 61 feet and extends to a length of 2900 feet, providing a storage capacity of 4712 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also supports fire protection, stock, and small fish pond activities in the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Duck Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity. Despite not having a spillway, the dam features a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate for water control. The risk assessment for the dam is classified as high (2), highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding community and infrastructure from potential hazards.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate monitoring will find Duck Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam a fascinating subject of study, given its vital role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks in the region. Its construction and design by the USDA NRCS showcase innovative engineering solutions to address environmental challenges, while its location along Dockum Creek provides valuable insights into watershed management and conservation efforts. With a focus on safety and risk assessment, this dam serves as a testament to the ongoing commitment to sustainable water resource management in Texas.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
2900 |
Dam Height |
61 |
River Or Stream |
DOCKUM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
61 |
Drainage Area |
11.5 |
Nid Storage |
4712 |
Structural Height |
61 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
61 |
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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.
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