Farmers Creek Ws Scs Debris Basin 102 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Farmers Creek WS SCS Debris Basin 102, located in Montague, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by USDA NRCS in 1973 for flood risk reduction along TR-Farmers Creek.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 34 feet with a length of 615 feet, providing storage capacity of 98 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits for debris control, fire protection, and stock or small fish pond management.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Farmers Creek Debris Basin 102 plays a key role in mitigating the risk of inundation with a hazard potential rating of "Not Available" and a high risk assessment level of 2. Despite the lack of a spillway, the dam's structural integrity and functionality remain vital for protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a drainage area of 0.58 square miles, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and monitor in the face of changing environmental conditions in the region.
As part of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam stands as a testament to effective collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies in ensuring the safety and resilience of communities in the face of water-related hazards. By adhering to state regulations and inspection protocols, Farmers Creek Debris Basin 102 exemplifies the importance of proactive risk management and emergency preparedness in safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
615 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FARMERS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
0.58 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mud Creek Near Courtney
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0cfs |
Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold
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112cfs |
Elm Fk Trinity Rv At Fm 1198 Nr Myra
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1cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
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216cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
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145cfs |
Red River Near Gainesville
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451cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
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Weldon Rob Memorial Park - Lake Nocona
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Joe Benton Park - Lake Nocona
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Boone Park - Lake Nocona
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Farmers Creek Ws Scs Debris Basin 102
Lk Nocona Nr Nocona