Choctaw Creek Ws Scs Site 26 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Choctaw Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam, located in Grayson, Texas, is a critical structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks in the area.


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Summary

Completed in 1977, this earth dam stands at a height of 54 feet and spans a length of 3035 feet, providing storage for up to 1868 acre-feet of water. The dam serves various purposes such as fire protection, recreation, and wildlife conservation, showcasing its importance in the local ecosystem.

Managed by the Texas State regulatory agency TCEQ, Choctaw Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam has been designated as a state-regulated structure with inspection, permitting, and enforcement responsibilities. Despite the high risk assessment of the dam, its condition assessment remains unrated, and no emergency action plan (EAP) has been prepared. With a hazard potential that is not available, the dam continues to play a crucial role in flood risk reduction for the surrounding areas, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality.

As part of the Fort Worth District's infrastructure, the Choctaw Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government and federal agencies in managing water resources and climate challenges. By providing essential flood protection, storage, and recreational opportunities, the dam serves as a vital asset in maintaining the balance between human development and environmental conservation in the region.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

3035

Dam Height

54

River Or Stream

TR-MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

29

Hydraulic Height

54

Drainage Area

2.86

Nid Storage

1868

Structural Height

54

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

54
       
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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.