Plum Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Plum Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam, located in Hays, Texas, is a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the Bunton Branch river.


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Summary

Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and spans a length of 2014 feet, with a storage capacity of 4083 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, though it also supports irrigation in the surrounding area.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Plum Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam has undergone regular inspections, with its condition assessed as satisfactory as of April 2021. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has emergency preparedness measures in place, although no specific inundation maps or risk management measures are outlined. In the event of any emergencies, the slide and uncontrolled gates on the dam are available for water flow control.

Overall, Plum Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam plays a vital role in water resource management in the region, serving as a key infrastructure for flood protection and irrigation. Its strategic location, solid construction, and regulatory oversight ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks and supporting water supply needs for the community of Uhland and beyond.

Years Modified

2012 - Other

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

2014

Dam Height

42

River Or Stream

BUNTON BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

41

Hydraulic Height

42

Drainage Area

5.54

Nid Storage

4083

Structural Height

42

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 3

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

42
       
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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.