Lakeview Ws Scs Site 3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: March 14, 2026
Lakeview WS SCS Site 3 Dam, located in Hall, Texas, is a crucial earth dam built in 1975 by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along a tributary of Bitter Creek.
Summary
With a structural height of 37 feet and a length of 1200 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 2296 acre-feet and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, irrigation, and recreation. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 102 feet, and it is inspected every 5 years by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
The dam, owned by the local government, is regulated by the TCEQ and has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam's normal storage capacity is 554 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 52 acres and draining an area of 4.6 square miles. It is equipped with one slide gate and two uncontrolled outlets for water release. While the dam's hazard potential is not available and its condition assessment is not rated, it remains a critical infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in the region, overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Overall, Lakeview WS SCS Site 3 Dam plays a significant role in mitigating flood risks, supporting agricultural irrigation, and enhancing recreational activities in the area. Its strategic location and design by the USDA NRCS demonstrate a commitment to sustainable water resource management and environmental stewardship. As a vital component of the local water infrastructure, the dam underscores the importance of proactive monitoring, maintenance, and emergency preparedness to safeguard its integrity and ensure long-term resilience against changing climate conditions.
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Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY OF BITTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
52 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
4.6 |
Nid Storage |
2296 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
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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.
Lakeview Ws Scs Site 3 Dam