Lower Running Water Draw Ws Scs Site 4 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: May 6, 2026

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The Lower Running Water Draw WS SCS Site 4 Dam in Plainview, Texas, is a key structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the Slaton Draw river.


Summary

Completed in 1976, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a length of 3450 feet, providing a storage capacity of 2958 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a fair condition assessment as of January 2017.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, outlet gates, and inspection frequency of every 5 years. Its location in Hale County, Texas, ensures state jurisdiction and permitting, with regulatory oversight from the TCEQ. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and ability to effectively manage floodwaters. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management will find the Lower Running Water Draw WS SCS Site 4 Dam an intriguing example of infrastructure designed to protect communities from the impacts of extreme weather events.

15-Day Long Term Forecast


Year Completed

1976

Dam Length

3450

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

SLATON DRAW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

53

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

9.7

Nid Storage

2958

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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Dam Data Reference

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.
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