Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 135a Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Richland Creek WS SCS Site 135a Dam, located in Navarro, Texas, was completed in 1974 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Rush Creek.


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Summary

Owned and regulated by the local government, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and a length of 2285 feet, with a storage capacity of 1361 acre-feet. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure public safety.

Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding, with a drainage area of 2.51 square miles. While the dam currently does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate to control water levels. With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)," it is imperative that emergency action plans are developed and updated to meet guidelines in case of a potential breach, emphasizing the importance of proactive maintenance and monitoring of this vital water resource infrastructure.

Overall, the Richland Creek WS SCS Site 135a Dam serves as a critical structure in flood risk reduction efforts for the local community in Navarro, Texas. With a focus on public safety and infrastructure resilience, ongoing inspections, risk assessments, and emergency preparedness are essential to ensure the continued effectiveness and stability of this important water resource asset in the face of changing climate conditions and potential hazards.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

2285

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-RUSH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

2.51

Nid Storage

1361

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None - 1

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.