Big Sandy Creek Ws Scs Site 13a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Site 13a Dam, located in Montague, Texas, serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the TR-MIDDLE CREEK.
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Summary
Constructed in 1980 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and stretches 1296 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 259 acre-feet. Despite its impressive size and purpose, the dam lacks a spillway and has not been rated for its condition assessment, presenting a potential hazard in the event of extreme weather events.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Site 13a Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding. With a drainage area of 0.62 square miles, the dam provides essential debris control and fire protection while also serving as a fish and wildlife pond. However, the lack of inspection data and emergency preparedness measures raises concerns about its long-term resilience and ability to withstand future climate challenges.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the need for comprehensive risk assessment and management measures at Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Site 13a Dam becomes increasingly urgent. With a high risk rating and limited information on hazard potential and emergency protocols, stakeholders must prioritize proactive maintenance and upgrades to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this vital flood control structure.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1296 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MIDDLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
0.62 |
Nid Storage |
259 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
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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.
Big Sandy Creek Ws Scs Site 13a Dam
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