Farmers Creek Ws Scs Site 5 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Montague, Texas, near the city of Belleville.


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Summary

Built in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 54 feet and spans 1434 feet, providing essential protection to the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a storage capacity of 2394 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2823 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the Deep Draw river or stream.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the TCEQ, Farmers Creek WS SCS Site 5 Dam has been deemed to be in fair condition during its last assessment in 2014. The dam features a slide gate and two uncontrolled outlets, ensuring efficient water release when needed. Despite the moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been assigned a DSAC date, indicating a proactive approach to risk management. With its strategic location and design, this dam serves as a key asset in safeguarding the community and environment from potential flood hazards, highlighting the importance of effective water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

1434

Dam Height

54

River Or Stream

DEEP DRAW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Hydraulic Height

54

Drainage Area

4.88

Nid Storage

2394

Structural Height

54

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

54
       
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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.