Farmers Creek Ws Scs Site 4 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Montague County, Texas, the Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam stands as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Farmers Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at 57 feet in height and spans 1080 feet in length, with a normal storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 559 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 1.12 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the TCEQ, the Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam is inspected every two years and assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2021. Equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water release, the dam continues to serve its primary purposes of flood risk reduction, debris control, and fire protection. Despite its moderate risk classification, the dam's presence ensures the safety and security of the community it serves, making it a key component in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and assess the impact of climate change on water infrastructure, the Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices. With its strategic location, sturdy construction, and ongoing maintenance, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the local ecosystem and community from the potential threats of flooding, while also providing essential water storage capabilities for agricultural and environmental needs in the area.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1080 |
Dam Height |
57 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FARMERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
57 |
Drainage Area |
1.12 |
Nid Storage |
559 |
Structural Height |
57 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
57 |
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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.
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