Turkey Creek Ws Scs Site 1a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Turkey Creek WS SCS Site 1a Dam, located in Callahan, Texas, serves as a critical flood risk reduction infrastructure along Turkey Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1964 by USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 43 feet and stretches 2985 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1588 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
With a fair condition assessment as of April 2021, the Turkey Creek WS SCS Site 1a Dam plays a vital role in managing the flow of Turkey Creek and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates for water release, maintaining a normal storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. The risk assessment categorizes the dam's hazard potential as moderate (3), emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure continued effectiveness in flood control.
Overall, Turkey Creek WS SCS Site 1a Dam stands as a key piece of infrastructure in Cross Plains, Texas, contributing to the safety and resilience of the local community against flooding events. As a state-regulated and inspected structure, it exemplifies the collaborative effort between local government and regulatory agencies to manage water resources and mitigate flood risks in the region. With its strategic design and operational features, this dam serves as a model for sustainable water resource management and climate resilience initiatives in the area.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
2985 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Drainage Area |
6.22 |
Nid Storage |
1588 |
Structural Height |
43 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
43 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |
Deep Ck At Moran
|
0cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |
Cedar Ck At Ih 20
|
0cfs |
Cat Claw Ck At Abilene
|
1cfs |
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.
Turkey Creek Ws Scs Site 1a Dam