Richland Creek Ws Scs Site 136rev Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Richland Creek WS SCS Site 136rev Dam, located in Navarro County, Texas, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure along TR-Rush Creek.


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Summary

Constructed in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 34 feet tall and spans 1636 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 753 acre-feet, it serves to mitigate flooding in the area and protect surrounding communities from potential water hazards.

Managed by the TCEQ and designated as a state-regulated structure, Richland Creek Dam plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in the region. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water release, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2 cubic feet per second. Despite being rated as having a moderate risk level, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to uphold its performance and structural integrity.

As a key flood risk reduction infrastructure in Texas, Richland Creek Dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts of local government agencies and the USDA NRCS in safeguarding water resources and communities against potential disasters. With its strategic location and design, this dam serves as a vital component in the region's water management system, contributing to the overall resilience and sustainability of the area's water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1977

Dam Length

1636

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

TR-RUSH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21

Hydraulic Height

34

Drainage Area

1.4

Nid Storage

753

Structural Height

34

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.