Blanket Creek Ws Scs Site 16 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 16 Dam, located in Bend, Texas, is a crucial structure managed by the local government to mitigate flood risks in the area.
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Summary
Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans a length of 1405 feet, providing a storage capacity of 646 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Sand Spring Branch, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and flood risk reduction.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 151 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for a maximum discharge of 2733 cubic feet per second. The condition assessment of the dam, last conducted in April 2021, rated it as fair, ensuring its operational readiness for the community. Despite its moderate risk level, with an inspection frequency of 5 years, Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 16 Dam remains a vital asset in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Owned and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Brown County, Texas. With its strategic location and effective design, Blanket Creek WS SCS Site 16 Dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between local government and federal agencies in ensuring the safety and security of the community in the face of changing weather patterns and increasing flood risks.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1405 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
SAND SPRING BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
1.7 |
Nid Storage |
646 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
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2cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
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.
Blanket Creek Ws Scs Site 16 Dam