Valley Creek Ws Scs Site 16 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Valley Creek WS SCS Site 16 Dam, located in Taylor, Texas, serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Valley Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a height of 32 feet and stretching 3940 feet in length, was completed in 1967 under the design of the USDA NRCS. With a storage capacity of 1115 acre-feet, the dam primarily caters to flood risk reduction but also contributes to fire protection, stock, small fish pond maintenance, and recreational activities within the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite its age, the dam's condition remains unrated, with a high hazard potential due to its proximity to residential areas. With a drainage area of 2.91 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting downstream communities from potential flooding events.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Valley Creek WS SCS Site 16 Dam presents an intriguing case study in flood risk reduction infrastructure in Texas. With its significant storage capacity, strategic location, and multiple purposes, this dam serves as a key component in water management efforts in the region. Its ongoing risk assessment and management measures underscore the importance of maintaining and upgrading such critical infrastructure to safeguard communities against the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
3940 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-VALLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
126 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
2.91 |
Nid Storage |
1115 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elm Ck At Ballinger
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Ballinger
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv At Robert Lee
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0cfs |
Cat Claw Ck At Abilene
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1cfs |
Cedar Ck At Ih 20
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0cfs |
Clear Fk Brazos Rv At Hawley
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3cfs |
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.
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