Upper Lake Fork Creek Ws Scs Site 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Hunt, Texas, the Upper Lake Fork Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam was completed in 1977 by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at 35 feet high and stretches 2903 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 2696 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
The dam is designed with a buttress core type and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 208 feet. The outlet gates consist of one slide gate and four uncontrolled gates, allowing for controlled water release in times of high discharge. Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment, the dam poses a moderate risk level (3) according to the risk assessment. Overall, the Upper Lake Fork Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area and contributes to water resource management efforts in Texas.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the technical details of the dam, such as its hydraulic height, drainage area, and spillway type. The dam's location on Lake Fork Creek highlights its significance in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential flooding events. As a locally owned structure, the dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure that demonstrates the collaboration between government agencies and conservation services in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water resource sustainability in the region.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
2903 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
LAKE FORK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
4.99 |
Nid Storage |
2696 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
Upper Lake Fork Creek Ws Scs Site 1 Dam