Upper Pecan Bayou Ws Scs Site 24 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Upper Pecan Bayou WS SCS Site 24 Dam, located in Burkett, Texas, was designed by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the Little Pecan Bayou.


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Summary

Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and spans a length of 1640 feet, with a storage capacity of 7394 acre-feet. The dam also serves multiple purposes including fire protection, irrigation, recreation, and stock or small fish pond management.

Managed by the TCEQ, the Upper Pecan Bayou WS SCS Site 24 Dam is in fair condition and undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity. With an uncontrolled spillway type and two outlet gates, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 11,932 cubic feet per second. While the hazard potential is not available, the risk assessment for this dam is moderate (3), highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of this critical water resource infrastructure.

Overall, the Upper Pecan Bayou WS SCS Site 24 Dam plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks in Coleman County, Texas, and demonstrates the collaborative efforts between local and federal agencies to manage water resources effectively. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management, it is essential to prioritize the maintenance and safety of dams like this one to protect communities and ecosystems downstream.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

1640

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

LITTLE PECAN BAYOU

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Hydraulic Height

44

Drainage Area

14

Nid Storage

7394

Structural Height

44

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

44
       
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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.