Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 138 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Navarro, Texas, the Richland Creek WS SCS Site 138 Dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Briar Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and stretches 1870 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 2499 acre-feet, it plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.

Managed by the TCEQ, the dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water release when necessary. Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment, the dam poses a moderate risk (level 3) due to its hazard potential not being available. Overall, the Richland Creek WS SCS Site 138 Dam stands as a testament to effective flood risk management in the region.

With its strategic location and design, the Richland Creek WS SCS Site 138 Dam continues to play a significant role in managing water resources and reducing flood risks in Navarro, Texas. As a key infrastructure project, it highlights the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding communities and the environment from the impacts of extreme weather events. Through ongoing monitoring and risk assessments, this dam exemplifies the commitment to sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

1870

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-BRIAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

53

Hydraulic Height

21

Drainage Area

5.15

Nid Storage

2499

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.