East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam dam
East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam
East Keechi Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam, located in Jack County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Two Bush Branch. Completed in 1964, this Earth dam stands at 27 feet high and stretches 4,350 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1,211 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
With a maximum discharge of 3,720 cubic feet per second and an uncontrolled spillway width of 219 feet, the East Keechi Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding. The dam's fair condition assessment in 2018 reflects its ongoing maintenance and dedication to public safety. While the hazard potential is not available, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, emphasizing the importance of effective risk management measures.
This dam serves as a testament to the collaboration between local government and federal agencies in safeguarding communities against natural disasters. Its presence on the landscape not only provides flood protection but also serves as a reminder of the harmonious coexistence between water resources and climate resilience. As enthusiasts of water resource management and climate adaptation, the East Keechi Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam stands as a beacon of innovation and cooperation in the face of environmental challenges.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro | 8 cfs | → |
| Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto | 143 cfs | → |
| Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport | 1 cfs | → |
| Brazos Rv Nr Graford | 126 cfs | → |
| Walnut Ck At Reno | 0 cfs | → |
| W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Boyd | 30 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam.
Boat launches
- Runaway Bay Marina
- County Road 1638 Wise County
- Park Road 36 Palo Pinto County
- Palo Pinto County
- County Road 4873 570, Wise County
Campgrounds
Track East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam
Where does the data for East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam.