York Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam dam
York Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam
Located in Hays County, Texas, the York Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam stands as a testament to flood risk reduction efforts in the area. Constructed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam spans 1,897 feet in length and reaches a height of 41 feet. With a storage capacity of 3,426 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction is complemented by recreational opportunities, making it a valuable asset for both safety and enjoyment. With a fair condition assessment as of May 2018, the York Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam continues to serve its purpose effectively while maintaining a moderate risk level.
Equipped with a spillway system, outlet gates, and a hazard potential assessment of "Not Available," the dam remains a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure. As climate change impacts become more pronounced, the role of such structures in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks becomes increasingly significant. With a dedicated team overseeing its operation and maintenance, the York Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam stands as a symbol of proactive water management in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around York Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| San Marcos Rv At San Marcos | 84 cfs | → |
| Blanco Rv At San Marcos | 1 cfs | → |
| Guadalupe Rv Abv Comal Rv At New Braunfels | 84 cfs | → |
| San Marcos Rv Nr Martindale | 157 cfs | → |
| Comal Rv At New Braunfels | 139 cfs | → |
| Comal Rv (Oc) Nr Landa Lk | 54 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near York Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam.
Boat launches
- Pecan Park Drive 442, San Marcos
- Interstate 35 Frontage Road 2396, San Marcos
- State Park Road 17065-17099, Kingsbury
- Saint Joseph Street 839, Maxwell
- Plant Road, Kingsbury
- Skyline Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Leisure Resort On The San Marco River
- Camp Huaco Springs
- North Park - Canyon Lake
- Canyon Lake Military - Randolph Afb
- Canyon - Canyon Lake
- Lockhart State Park
Fishing spots
Track York Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About York Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam
Where does the data for York Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of York Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam.