West Fork Above Bridgeport Ws Scs Site 6 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The West Fork Above Bridgeport WS SCS Site 6 Dam, located in Jack County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risk along Howard Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1948, this earth dam stands at a height of 46 feet and spans 1362 feet, with a storage capacity of 1696 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections, ensuring its structural integrity and functionality in managing floodwaters effectively.
With a spillway width of 200 feet and uncontrolled outlet gates, the West Fork Dam plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. Despite being rated as having a moderate risk level, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness. As a key piece of infrastructure in the region, the West Fork Dam serves as a testament to the importance of proper water resource management and climate resilience efforts in safeguarding communities from natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
1362 |
Dam Height |
46 |
River Or Stream |
HOWARD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
46 |
Drainage Area |
6.03 |
Nid Storage |
1696 |
Structural Height |
46 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
46 |
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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.
West Fork Above Bridgeport Ws Scs Site 6 Dam
Lost Ck Res Nr Jacksboro