Valley Creek Ws Scs Site 1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Valley Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam, located in Nolan, Texas, was completed in 1968 by USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Fish Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 52 feet and has a length of 5100 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 7600 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 24.53 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating floods and protecting the surrounding area from potential water hazards.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 415 feet and outlet gates including a slide gate and two uncontrolled gates. Despite being assessed as in fair condition as of November 2015, the dam is subject to regular inspections every five years to ensure its safety and efficacy. While the dam's hazard potential is not available, its risk assessment is moderate, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to uphold its functionality and safeguard the local community and ecosystem.

Valley Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam not only serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction but also supports fire protection, irrigation, and wildlife conservation efforts. Managed by the TCEQ and designed by the USDA NRCS, this dam exemplifies collaborative efforts to manage water resources effectively and sustainably in the face of changing climates and environmental challenges.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

5100

Dam Height

52

River Or Stream

FISH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

52

Drainage Area

24.53

Nid Storage

7600

Structural Height

52

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

52
       
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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.