Lower East Fork Laterals Ws Scs Site 10 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Lower East Fork Laterals WS SCS Site 10 Dam, located in Rosser, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the Warsaw Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1953, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 1600 feet, providing critical flood protection to the surrounding area. With a normal storage capacity of 208 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 15,788 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating potential hazards during heavy rainfall events.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Lower East Fork Laterals WS SCS Site 10 Dam also serves multiple purposes beyond flood control, including fire protection, recreational activities, and stock or small fish pond maintenance. Despite its fair condition assessment as of April 2021, the dam remains a key infrastructure asset in the region, with a moderate risk level of 3. Inspected every five years, the dam's operation and maintenance are crucial to ensuring its continued effectiveness in safeguarding the community and environment against potential water-related threats.

With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water release, the Lower East Fork Laterals WS SCS Site 10 Dam exemplifies the importance of sound water resource management in safeguarding communities from flooding and other water-related risks. As climate change continues to impact water availability and intensify extreme weather events, structures like this dam play a vital role in protecting lives, property, and ecosystems in the region. As stakeholders continue to monitor and maintain the dam, its role in flood risk reduction and water resource management will remain essential for a sustainable and resilient future.

Year Completed

1953

Dam Length

1600

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

WARSAW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

141

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

3.26

Nid Storage

2017

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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.