Northwest Laterals Ws Scs Site 19 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Northwest Laterals WS SCS Site 19 Dam, located in Gouldbusk, Texas, is a key infrastructure managed by the local government for flood risk reduction along the TR-Bull Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1963 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans a length of 1384 feet, providing a storage capacity of 485 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is currently in a condition that is not rated, presenting a high risk level.

The primary purpose of this dam is flood risk reduction, although it also serves purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, fish and wildlife pond, and recreation. With no spillway and a limited drainage area of 1.02 square miles, the dam poses a risk that is classified as high. While it lacks certain safety features and regular inspections, the local regulatory agency, TCEQ, oversees its operation, maintenance, and enforcement, ensuring the safety of the surrounding community and environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Northwest Laterals WS SCS Site 19 Dam offers a fascinating case study in managing water infrastructure in a changing climate landscape.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

1384

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

TR-BULL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

1.02

Nid Storage

485

Structural Height

19

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

19
       
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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.