Camp Rice Arroyo Ws Scs Site 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: March 13, 2026
Camp Rice Arroyo WS SCS Site 1 Dam, located in Fort Hancock, Texas, was completed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS to primarily address flood risk reduction in the area.
Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 69 feet with a length of 2800 feet, offering a maximum storage capacity of 7,906 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 43.5 square miles. With a spillway width of 503 feet and uncontrolled and valve outlet gates, the dam is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 31,828 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the TCEQ, the Camp Rice Arroyo Dam is designated as a state-regulated structure with regular inspections indicating a fair condition assessment as of November 2015. Despite lacking a hazard potential assessment, the dam poses a moderate risk level (3) according to available data. The dam's proximity to Camp Rice Arroyo stream underscores its vital role in flood risk mitigation and irrigation for the local community, making it a significant asset for water resource management in the region.
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Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
2800 |
Dam Height |
69 |
River Or Stream |
CAMP RICE ARROYO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
80 |
Hydraulic Height |
69 |
Drainage Area |
43.5 |
Nid Storage |
7906 |
Structural Height |
69 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
69 |
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Dam Data Reference
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.
Camp Rice Arroyo Ws Scs Site 1 Dam