Rivercrest Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Rivercrest Dam, located in Red River, Texas, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
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Summary
Completed in 1953, the dam stands at 23 feet tall and stretches 14,075 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 14,770 acre-feet. It serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is primarily classified as an Earth dam with a buttress core type.
The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 10 feet and outlet gates for water release. Despite being assessed as in fair condition in 2014, the dam is considered to have a very high risk potential. The surrounding area faces a risk of inundation, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2,000 cubic feet per second. The last inspection was conducted in 2015, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
14075 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-SULPHUR RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
14770 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Rivercrest Dam