Lower East Fork Laterals Ws Scs Site 9 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Rosser, Texas, the Lower East Fork Laterals WS SCS Site 9 Dam is a vital structure designed by USDA NRCS in 1953 for flood risk reduction along the Warsaw Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 1600 feet, with a storage capacity of 1800 acre-feet. While primarily serving the purpose of flood risk reduction, it also facilitates fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and recreational activities for the local community.

Managed by the local government, the dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with two outlet gates and one valve, with a maximum discharge capacity of 11,397 cubic feet per second. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, the dam has a moderate risk level (3), prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure public safety and environmental protection.

With its historical significance and critical role in water resource management, the Lower East Fork Laterals WS SCS Site 9 Dam serves as a key asset in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and upkeep of such infrastructure are essential for resilience and sustainable development in the region.

Year Completed

1953

Dam Length

1600

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

WARSAW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

143.2

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

2.9

Nid Storage

1800

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

27
       
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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.