Upper Washita River Ws Scs Site 22 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 22 Dam, located in Hemphill, Texas, serves as a critical flood risk reduction infrastructure along the TR-GAGEBY CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1961 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and stretches 1400 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1298 acre-feet. Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment, the dam has demonstrated its effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency. With a high-risk assessment score of 2, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are crucial aspects to consider for ensuring the safety of surrounding communities in the event of a flood event. Although lacking a spillway, the dam features a single slide gate for controlled water release.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Upper Washita River WS SCS Site 22 Dam presents a fascinating case study in flood risk reduction infrastructure design and management. Its location in a high-risk area underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to protect communities and ecosystems from potential disasters. With ongoing regulatory oversight and risk assessments, this dam serves as a critical component of water resource management in Texas, showcasing the intricate balance between human development and environmental protection in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1400 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GAGEBY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
5.54 |
Nid Storage |
1298 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sweetwater Ck Nr Kelton
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3cfs |
Canadian Rv Nr Canadian
|
44cfs |
Sweetwater Creek Near Sweetwater
|
13cfs |
N Fk Red Rv Nr Shamrock
|
3cfs |
Washita River Near Cheyenne
|
8cfs |
Wolf Ck At Lipscomb
|
1cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Upper Washita River Ws Scs Site 22 Dam