Richland Creek WS SCS Site 140 Dam in Navarro, Texas, is a key structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Briar Creek.
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Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and spans 1570 feet, with a storage capacity of 501 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, serving as a crucial infrastructure in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding areas from potential inundation.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Richland Creek WS SCS Site 140 Dam plays a vital role in water resource management in the region. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. With a drainage area of 0.92 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 74 acre-feet, this dam is essential for mitigating flood risks and ensuring the safety of the local community.
The Fort Worth District of the USACE oversees the dam's operations, inspections, and enforcement, in collaboration with the Natural Resources Conservation Service as the primary designer. While the dam does not have a spillway, its single outlet gate ensures controlled water release when necessary. The risk assessment for this structure is deemed high, emphasizing the importance of proactive risk management measures and emergency preparedness to safeguard the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1570 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRIAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.92 |
Nid Storage |
501 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |