Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 137g Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Richland Creek WS SCS Site 137g Dam, located in Navarro, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along Briar Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1971 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands 29 feet tall and stretches 2658 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 5380 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) with regular inspections and enforcement measures in place.

The dam's condition was assessed as 'fair' in August 2014, and it has undergone modifications in 2011. It is equipped with a spillway type classified as 'uncontrolled', with a spillway width of 253 feet. In case of emergencies, the dam has one slide gate and two uncontrolled outlet gates to manage water flows. With a moderate risk level assigned and a hazard potential not available, the dam's risk management measures and risk assessment summary are yet to be determined, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and evaluation to ensure the structure's safety and functionality in the face of changing climate conditions.

Richland Creek WS SCS Site 137g Dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from flood events, demonstrating the importance of effective water resource management and infrastructure maintenance. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to stay informed about the condition and performance of such critical structures to support sustainable water management practices and mitigate potential risks associated with extreme weather events.

Years Modified

2011 - Other

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

2658

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

BRIAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

70.5

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

9.21

Nid Storage

5380

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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.