Nolan Creek Ws Scs Site 13 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Nolan Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam, located in Bell County, Texas, was completed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 44.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 721 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the TR-SOUTH NOLAN CREEK, serves various purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, flood risk reduction, and recreation.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Nolan Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam has been deemed to be in satisfactory condition during its last assessment in December 2017. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, with outlet gates including a slide gate and two uncontrolled gates. While the hazard potential is not available, the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level with a DSAC assigned date pending.

Overall, Nolan Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam is a significant structure for flood risk reduction in the region, offering storage capacity and protection for the surrounding areas. With regular inspections and maintenance, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, showcasing the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the face of potential hazards.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

2650

Dam Height

44.5

River Or Stream

TR-SOUTH NOLAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

44.5

Drainage Area

1.1

Nid Storage

721

Structural Height

44.5

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

45
       
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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.