Pilot Grove Creek Ws Scs Site 3a Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Grayson, Texas, the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 3a Dam stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction measures.


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Summary

Built by the USDA NRCS in 1967, this earth dam spans 800 feet in length and reaches a height of 29 feet, providing a storage capacity of 185 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-West Fork Pilot Grove Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Despite its age, the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 3a Dam remains in good structural condition with a hazard potential of "Not Available" and a risk assessment rating of "High (2)". While its spillway type is listed as "None", the dam has been designed to effectively manage floodwaters and mitigate potential risks to the community. The dam's primary purpose also extends to fire protection, stock, small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond, in addition to flood risk reduction, showcasing its multifaceted benefits for the local ecosystem.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Pilot Grove Creek WS SCS Site 3a Dam exemplifies a collaborative effort to safeguard the community and its water resources. With a drainage area of 0.36 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 23 acre-feet, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure component in maintaining water quality and supporting wildlife habitats in the region. As climate change poses increasing threats to water resources, the presence of such resilient structures becomes paramount in ensuring the resilience of communities against natural disasters.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-WEST FORK PILOT GROVE CR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

0.36

Nid Storage

185

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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.