Richland Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam, located in Navarro County, Texas, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1966 for flood risk reduction along Alligator Creek.
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This earth dam stands at 22 feet in height and spans 5980 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 2149 acre-feet. Despite its critical role in managing water flow in the region, the dam does not feature a spillway and is classified as having a high risk potential.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Richland Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam is subject to regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and operational safety. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its risk assessment is classified as high (2), emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. With its significant impact on flood control in the area, this dam serves as a key component of water resource management in Navarro County, Texas, highlighting the critical intersection of infrastructure, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
5980 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
ALLIGATOR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
53 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
4.39 |
Nid Storage |
2149 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
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4cfs |
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865cfs |
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6cfs |
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515cfs |
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2cfs |
Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
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338cfs |
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