Salado Creek Ws Scs Site 6 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Salado Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam, located in San Antonio, Texas, is a vital infrastructure managed by the local government to mitigate flood risks along Panther Springs Creek.


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Summary

Constructed in 1982 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 61.8 feet, with a structural height of 64.8 feet and a length of 2500 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and has a storage capacity of 2830 acre-feet, providing essential protection to the surrounding area.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 304 feet and outlet gates including a slide gate and two uncontrolled gates. The inspection frequency is every five years, with the last assessment conducted in March 2016. While the hazard potential and condition assessment are not readily available, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk rating. Despite not being under the jurisdiction of federal agencies, the dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.

Overall, Salado Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam plays a crucial role in managing floodwaters and protecting the community from potential disasters. Its strategic design, state-regulated operation, and moderate risk assessment highlight the importance of this structure in maintaining water resources and climate resilience in the region.

Year Completed

1982

Dam Length

2500

Dam Height

61.8

River Or Stream

PANTHER SPRINGS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

61.8

Drainage Area

3.78

Nid Storage

2830

Structural Height

64.8

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

65
       
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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.