Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 34 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Richland Creek WS SCS Site 34 Dam, located in Navarro, Texas, is a key infrastructure managed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Built in 1962, this earth dam stands at 24 feet high and spans 1843 feet, with a storage capacity of 507 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-BOARD CREEK, with a drainage area of 0.86 square miles.

Despite being state-regulated by the TCEQ, the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are currently not available. However, its risk assessment is rated as high (2), indicating potential vulnerabilities that require attention. With no spillway and limited inspection data available, there is a need for enhanced risk management measures and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety and resilience of the dam in the face of changing climate conditions and increased water resource challenges. Richland Creek WS SCS Site 34 Dam stands as a critical piece of infrastructure in the region's water resource management efforts, highlighting the importance of proactive monitoring and maintenance in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from potential hazards.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

1843

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

TR-BOARD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14.2

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

0.86

Nid Storage

507

Structural Height

24

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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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.