East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 7 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
East Keechi Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam, located in Jack, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1965.
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Summary
With a structural height of 34 feet and a length of 3400 feet, this earth dam on the TR-TWO BUSH BRANCH river has a maximum storage capacity of 2217 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring state oversight for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment in 2018, East Keechi Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam poses a moderate risk (3) due to its uncontrolled spillway type and uncontrolled outlet gates. The dam's hazard potential is not available, suggesting a need for updated emergency action plans and risk management measures. With a drainage area of 3.12 square miles and a maximum discharge of 12,177 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a significant role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events, making it a critical water resource infrastructure in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the East Keechi Creek WS SCS Site 7 Dam offers an intriguing case study in dam engineering and management. Its location in a rural area highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure to mitigate flood risks and protect downstream communities. With ongoing state regulation and periodic inspections, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government and federal agencies to ensure the safety and resilience of water resources in Texas.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
3400 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TWO BUSH BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
56 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
3.12 |
Nid Storage |
2217 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto
|
58cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro
|
1cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Graford
|
50cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport
|
8cfs |
Walnut Ck At Reno
|
1cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Boyd
|
5cfs |
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.
East Keechi Creek Ws Scs Site 7 Dam