Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 35 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam, located in Navarro, Texas, was completed in 1962 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial tool for flood risk reduction along the TR-PIN OAK CREEK.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 28 feet and a length of 1525 feet, has a storage capacity of 579 acre-feet and a normal storage of 93 acre-feet. Despite its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, the dam has not been rated for condition assessment, and its hazard potential is listed as "Not Available."
The Richland Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam is under state regulation by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement all in place. Although it does not have a spillway, the dam features a single outlet gate for water release. With a drainage area of 1.03 square miles and a surface area of 17.3 acres, the dam plays a vital role in water resource management in the region. However, the risk assessment for this dam is considered high, with a risk level of 2 out of a possible scale.
Overall, the Richland Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam stands as a significant asset in the effort to mitigate flood risks and manage water resources in Navarro, Texas. Its construction by the USDA NRCS demonstrates a commitment to safeguarding the local community from potential flooding events. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like this one becomes increasingly crucial for sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1525 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PIN OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
1.03 |
Nid Storage |
579 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
|
4cfs |
Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman
|
2cfs |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
|
11cfs |
White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
|
515cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
|
8cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 35 Dam
Navarro Mills Lk Nr Dawson