Valley Creek Ws Scs Site 4a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Valley Creek WS SCS Site 4a Dam, located in Nolan County, Texas, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along the South Fork Valley Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 43.6 feet and has a hydraulic height of 44 feet, providing a storage capacity of 3025 acre-feet. Serving multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, fire protection, and recreation, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Valley Creek WS SCS Site 4a Dam has a fair condition assessment as of April 2021. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for efficient water release during high flow events. Despite being designated as having a moderate risk level, the dam has not had any reported hazard potential, ensuring the safety of the surrounding communities.
With a drainage area of 8.22 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 9765 cubic feet per second, Valley Creek WS SCS Site 4a Dam demonstrates the importance of proactive water resource management in mitigating natural disasters and enhancing environmental sustainability. As a focal point for flood risk reduction efforts in the region, this dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between government agencies and local communities in safeguarding water resources and promoting climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
2160 |
Dam Height |
43.6 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH FORK VALLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Drainage Area |
8.22 |
Nid Storage |
3025 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
44 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Colorado Rv At Robert Lee
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0cfs |
Cat Claw Ck At Abilene
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1cfs |
Colorado Rv Abv Silver
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0cfs |
Elm Ck At Ballinger
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0cfs |
Clear Fk Brazos Rv Nr Noodle
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7cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Ballinger
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0cfs |
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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