Farmers Creek Ws Scs Site 6 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 25, 2025

Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, was completed in 1977 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the West Farmers Creek.


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Summary

The dam, designed as an earth structure with a height of 32 feet and a length of 1196 feet, has a storage capacity of 1783 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 35 acres. Despite its critical role in managing water resources in the area, the dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with only one outlet gate.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam is classified as a high-risk structure due to its hazard potential and lack of a condition assessment rating. With no Emergency Action Plan in place and limited risk management measures identified, there is a pressing need for updated inspections, emergency contact information, and risk assessment protocols to ensure the safety and efficacy of the dam in the face of potential climate-related challenges. Water resource and climate enthusiasts are encouraged to monitor developments regarding this crucial infrastructure to safeguard the surrounding communities and environment from flooding risks.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

1196

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

WEST FARMERS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

35

Hydraulic Height

32

Drainage Area

3.97

Nid Storage

1783

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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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.