Salt Creek & Laterals Ws Scs Site 12 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Salt Creek & Laterals WS SCS Site 12 Dam, located in Wise County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Garrett Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and stretches 1758 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1295 acre-feet. While its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, it also serves irrigation needs in the region, highlighting its multifaceted role in water resource management.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is subject to regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations. Despite being classified with a high risk potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, signaling the need for ongoing risk management measures. With no spillway and limited discharge capacity, the dam's role in controlling water flow and preventing flooding in the area is crucial for safeguarding the surrounding communities and agricultural lands.
As part of the Fort Worth District under the USDA NRCS, the Salt Creek & Laterals WS SCS Site 12 Dam stands as a testament to engineering excellence and environmental stewardship in managing water resources in Texas. Its strategic location along Garrett Creek and its impact on flood risk reduction and irrigation highlight the critical role of infrastructure in mitigating the effects of climate change and ensuring sustainable water management practices for the future.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1758 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
GARRETT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Drainage Area |
2.85 |
Nid Storage |
1295 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
44 |
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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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