Turkey Creek Ws Scs Site 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 26, 2025

Turkey Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam, located in Callahan, Texas, is a key water resource infrastructure designed by USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the region.


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Summary

Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a length of 2500 feet, providing valuable flood risk reduction benefits to the local community. With a storage capacity of 2053 acre-feet and a drainage area of 5.46 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow along the TR-Turkey Creek.

The dam's spillway, with a width of 204 feet, is uncontrolled and features two outlets. The structure is regulated by the TCEQ and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its fair condition and operational efficiency. Despite its moderate hazard potential, the dam has not experienced any significant modifications or incidents in recent years, highlighting its reliability in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Overall, Turkey Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam serves as a vital component of the local water resource management system, showcasing the collaborative efforts between local government and federal agencies to safeguard the community from water-related risks.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

2500

Dam Height

36

River Or Stream

TR-TURKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21

Hydraulic Height

36

Drainage Area

5.46

Nid Storage

2053

Structural Height

36

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

36
       
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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.