Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 31 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Richland Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam, located in Navarro County, Texas, is a vital structure managed by the USDA NRCS for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans a length of 4493 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 5838 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Board Creek, serves as a crucial water resource for the region, providing irrigation water for agricultural activities within its 10.98 square mile drainage area.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 192 feet and outlet gates including a slide (sluice gate) and two uncontrolled gates. Although last inspected in 2010, the dam's condition is currently not rated, posing a moderate risk level for potential hazards. Managed by the TCEQ, the dam undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a focus on water management and climate resilience, Richland Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam plays a crucial role in sustaining water resources for irrigation and agricultural needs in the region.

Years Modified

2010 - Other

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

4493

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

BOARD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

56

Hydraulic Height

35

Drainage Area

10.98

Nid Storage

5838

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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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.