Nolan Creek Ws Scs Site 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Nolan Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam, also known as Larned Lake, is a federal-owned structure located in Bell County, Texas.


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Summary

Constructed in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 56.5 feet and has a length of 2210 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 2839 acre-feet and a drainage area of 5.31 square miles.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam's condition is assessed as 'Fair', with the last inspection conducted in April 2021. It has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 202 feet and is equipped with slide and uncontrolled gates for water release. The dam poses a moderate risk level, with a hazard potential that is not available.

Despite being a vital infrastructure for flood control in the area, Nolan Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam has not been modified in recent years, indicating its stability and reliability in managing water resources. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering behind this structure and its contribution to the community's safety and environmental protection.

Year Completed

1961

Dam Length

2210

Dam Height

56.5

River Or Stream

NORTH NOLAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Hydraulic Height

56.5

Drainage Area

5.31

Nid Storage

2839

Structural Height

56.5

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

57
       
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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.