Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 101 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 101 Dam, located in Navarro County, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Hackberry Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and stretches over 1214 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1084 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 214 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2950 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks in the area.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Richland Creek WS SCS Site 101 Dam is inspected and maintained regularly to ensure its structural integrity. Equipped with a spillway width of 100 feet and a combination of slide and uncontrolled gates for water release, this dam is designed to handle moderate risks and protect the surrounding communities from potential inundation events. Despite its risk level, the dam is currently rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" for condition assessment, highlighting the need for further evaluation and risk management measures to safeguard the area's water resources and climate resilience.
As a key component of water resource management in the region, Richland Creek WS SCS Site 101 Dam underscores the importance of infrastructure investments in reducing flood risks and ensuring community safety. With its strategic location, design features, and regulatory oversight, this dam serves as a critical asset for protecting against potential flooding events and maintaining the ecological balance of the surrounding area. By staying proactive in monitoring and maintaining this dam, local authorities can enhance their resilience to climate change impacts and safeguard water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1214 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HACKBERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
1.73 |
Nid Storage |
1084 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
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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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