York Creek Ws Scs Site 7 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The York Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam, located in Guadalupe, Texas, was completed in 1962 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-York Creek.


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Summary

Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans a length of 1535 feet, with a storage capacity of 994 acre-feet. The dam features a spillway width of 162 feet and is equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates to manage water flow.

Managed by the TCEQ and regulated by the state of Texas, the York Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam is inspected every five years and was last assessed in 2016, with a fair condition rating. With a moderate risk assessment level, the dam serves as a vital structure for debris control and flood risk reduction in the area, protecting surrounding communities from potential inundation during heavy rainfall events. The dam's location at 29.75665 latitude and -97.961702 longitude underscores its strategic placement within the watershed.

As an important component of the local government's water resource management strategy, the York Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the region against flooding and ensuring the efficient control of water flow along the TR-York Creek. With its sturdy earth construction and well-maintained infrastructure, the dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of various agencies in addressing the challenges posed by climate variability and water resource management in Texas.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

1535

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

TR-YORK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

27

Hydraulic Height

38

Drainage Area

2.21

Nid Storage

994

Structural Height

38

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

38
       
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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.