Tehuacana Creek Ws Scs Site 25 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in McLennan County, Texas, the Tehuacana Creek WS SCS Site 25 Dam is a vital water resource infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1963 to primarily mitigate flood risks in the region.
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Summary
Standing at a towering height of 40 feet with a length of 4960 feet, this earth dam has a storage capacity of 5680 acre-feet and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, or small fish pond management. The dam is situated along the Tradinghouse Creek, within the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring regular inspections and enforcement of state regulations to maintain its structural integrity.
The dam's strategic location and design enable it to effectively manage water flow and prevent potential flooding in the area, with a maximum discharge capacity of 5900 cubic feet per second. Equipped with controlled and uncontrolled outlet gates, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and conservation efforts. Despite not having a hazard potential rating or condition assessment, the Tehuacana Creek WS SCS Site 25 Dam is a significant asset for both flood control and environmental preservation in the region, contributing to the overall resilience of the local ecosystem and community.
As a key component of the Fort Worth District's water infrastructure, the Tehuacana Creek WS SCS Site 25 Dam underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate adaptation strategies. With a history of successful operation and maintenance, this earth dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local governments, regulatory agencies, and the community to safeguard water resources, mitigate flood risks, and promote ecological balance in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
4960 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TRADINGHOUSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
55 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
9.84 |
Nid Storage |
5680 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1, Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Brazos Rv At Waco
|
337cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |
Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck
|
6cfs |
White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
|
515cfs |
Hog Ck Nr Crawford
|
2cfs |
Richland Ck Nr Dawson
|
4cfs |
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.
Tehuacana Creek Ws Scs Site 25 Dam