Blanket Creek Ws Scs Site 7 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam, located in Brown, Texas, was completed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along TR-Blanket Creek.
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Summary
The dam, primarily constructed as an earth type with a buttress core, stands at a height of 30 feet and spans a length of 1600 feet. With a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 24 acre-feet, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding areas from flooding.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 102 feet and is equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates. While the condition assessment as of April 2021 was rated as "Fair," the risk assessment for the dam is moderate. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) oversees the regulatory aspects of the dam, including permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With its strategic location and design, Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam exemplifies effective water resource management and contributes to the overall water infrastructure in the region.
Overall, Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam is a significant asset for the local government in Brown, Texas, providing flood risk reduction, fire protection, and stock or small fish pond purposes. As a part of the Fort Worth District, the dam's operational and maintenance aspects are overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Despite being last inspected in June 2011, the dam continues to fulfill its functions effectively, ensuring the safety and well-being of the surrounding community while also contributing to the conservation and management of water resources in the area.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLANKET CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
1.11 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
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2cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
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2cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
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436cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
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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.
Blanket Creek Ws Scs Site 7 Dam