Town Creek Ws Scs Site 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Blanco City Dam No 1 Wayne Smith Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Town Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam, located in Blanco, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along Town Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a length of 1410 feet, with a storage capacity of 347 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) with regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 153 feet and outlet gates for water management. Despite its age, the dam is rated in satisfactory condition and poses a moderate risk level. The emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures for the dam are currently not available, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and preparedness. With its crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, Town Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam serves as a vital asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1410 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
347 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Town Creek Ws Scs Site 1 Dam