Rush Creek Ws Scs Site 10 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Rush Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam, located in Comanche, Texas, was completed in 1973 and is owned by the local government.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 67 feet and has a length of 3520 feet, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. The dam's reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 657 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 480 acres, serving multiple purposes including fire protection, irrigation, and recreation.
The Rush Creek Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement. It sits on Jimmys Creek and has a drainage area of 16.07 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 8341 cubic feet per second. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 206 feet. While the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are not available, it has a moderate risk rating of 3, indicating a need for ongoing risk management measures.
Overall, Rush Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and providing valuable water resources for various purposes. With its strategic location and design, the dam serves as an essential infrastructure for the community while also ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam represents a key example of effective flood risk reduction and multi-purpose water management in Texas.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
3520 |
Dam Height |
67 |
River Or Stream |
JIMMYS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
480 |
Hydraulic Height |
67 |
Drainage Area |
16.07 |
Nid Storage |
7444 |
Structural Height |
67 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
67 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
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2cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
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2cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
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2cfs |
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.
Rush Creek Ws Scs Site 10 Dam