Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 120 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 120 Dam, located in Navarro, Texas, is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Post Oak Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans a length of 3138 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1091 acre-feet. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam serves a crucial purpose in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
With a drainage area of 1.93 square miles, Richland Creek WS SCS Site 120 Dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the local community and infrastructure. While it currently holds a high risk rating, its condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness. The dam's location within the Fort Worth District underlines its significance in water resource management, emphasizing the importance of proactive risk management strategies to mitigate potential hazards and protect downstream areas.
As a key component of the water infrastructure in Texas, Richland Creek WS SCS Site 120 Dam serves as a critical flood control measure in the region. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, the dam's presence underscores the ongoing efforts to safeguard communities and natural resources from the impacts of extreme weather events. By maintaining a proactive approach to risk assessment and management, stakeholders can work towards ensuring the long-term resilience and sustainability of this essential water resource structure.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
3138 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POST OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
1.93 |
Nid Storage |
1091 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
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