North Creek Ws Scs Site 20 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

North Creek WS SCS Site 20 Dam, located in Jack County, Texas, was completed in 1974 and is primarily owned and operated by the local government.


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Summary

The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 41 feet and serves the purpose of flood risk reduction and irrigation. With a storage capacity of 1,414 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 90 acre-feet, this earth dam on the TR-Big Cleveland Creek plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.

Managed by the TCEQ and regulated by the state of Texas, North Creek WS SCS Site 20 Dam has a high risk assessment due to its condition being not rated and its lack of a spillway. Despite these challenges, the dam continues to be a vital structure for flood control and water management in the region. With its close proximity to the Fort Worth District of the USACE, the dam is a key component in the overall water infrastructure of the area.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design, purpose, and regulatory aspects of North Creek WS SCS Site 20 Dam provides valuable insight into the efforts to mitigate flood risks and manage water resources effectively. With its earth construction and buttress core type, this dam showcases the collaborative efforts of government agencies and designers to safeguard the local community from potential water-related hazards.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

1845

Dam Height

41

River Or Stream

TR-BIG CLEVELAND CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

26

Hydraulic Height

41

Drainage Area

4.13

Nid Storage

1414

Structural Height

41

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

41
       
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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.