Northeast Laterals Ws Scs Site 5 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Northeast Laterals WS SCS Site 5 Dam, located in Brown County, Texas, was completed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS.
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Summary
This earth dam sits on Rough Creek and serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, fire protection, stock, and small fish pond. With a height of 50 feet and a length of 912 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 1120 acre-feet.
Despite being rated as not available in terms of hazard potential and not rated in condition assessment, the dam poses a high risk with a DSAC assigned rating of 2. The dam does not have a spillway and features one outlet gate. While it is state regulated by the TCEQ and has undergone inspections and permitting, the last inspection dates back to 1973. The dam's location and hydraulic height make it a critical structure for managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
Overall, Northeast Laterals WS SCS Site 5 Dam plays a vital role in flood risk reduction for the local community in Brown County, Texas. With its significant storage capacity and strategic location on Rough Creek, this earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS continues to be a key asset for water resource management in the area. However, given its high risk rating and lack of recent inspections, there is a pressing need for continued monitoring and potential upgrades to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the structure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
912 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
ROUGH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
50 |
Drainage Area |
3.42 |
Nid Storage |
1120 |
Structural Height |
50 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
50 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr San Saba
|
211cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
|
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.
Northeast Laterals Ws Scs Site 5 Dam