Jim Ned Creek Ws Scs Site 16 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 16 Dam, located in Taylor County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the Jim Ned Creek.


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Summary

Constructed in 1960, this earth dam stands at 34 feet high and stretches 3415 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1351 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

Despite being in fair condition as of the last assessment in April 2021, the dam is considered to have a high risk level (2) due to its age and location. With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the dam poses a unique challenge in managing potential flood events effectively. Emergency Action Plans are being evaluated to ensure preparedness for any unforeseen circumstances, and regular inspections continue to monitor the dam's structural integrity. The presence of the dam highlights the importance of proper water resource management in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding communities.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

3415

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

TR-JIM NED CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

26

Hydraulic Height

34

Drainage Area

4.16

Nid Storage

1351

Structural Height

34

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.