Langford Creek Ws Scs Site 14 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Langford Creek WS SCS Site 14 Dam, located in Red River County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans a length of 2267 feet, providing a storage capacity of 341 acre-feet. Although primarily serving flood risk reduction purposes, the dam also supports fire protection, stock, and small fish pond activities in the region.

Managed by the TCEQ and regulated by the state of Texas, the Langford Creek WS SCS Site 14 Dam has not been rated for condition assessment but is considered to have a high risk potential. With a single outlet gate and no spillway, this structure plays a crucial role in mitigating the impact of potential flooding events in the surrounding area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the strategic placement and design of this dam, which showcases the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS to safeguard the community from water-related hazards.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

2267

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

TR-LANGFORD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

19

Nid Storage

341

Structural Height

19

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

19
       
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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.