Northwest Laterals Ws Scs Site 18 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Northwest Laterals WS SCS Site 18 Dam, located in Gouldbusk, Texas, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to help manage flood risk in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and stretches 1673 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 922 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Bull Creek, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock and fish pond maintenance, as well as flood risk reduction.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a high risk assessment rating, it is essential for the dam to undergo regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood control. Despite not having a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate to manage water levels and storage capacity.

Northwest Laterals WS SCS Site 18 Dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal agencies like the Natural Resources Conservation Service and local authorities in safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events and water resource management. Its strategic location, design, and operational capabilities make it a key asset in the region's resilience to climate-related challenges.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

1673

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-BULL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

2.29

Nid Storage

922

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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.