Clear Creek Ws Scs Site 27a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Clear Creek WS SCS Site 27a Dam, located in Montague County, Texas, is a vital flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1982.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 50 feet and spans 1775 feet along North Bingham Creek, providing a storage capacity of 428 acre-feet and serving multiple purposes including debris control, fire protection, and habitat enhancement for fish and wildlife. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its long-term effectiveness.
The dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction underscores its importance in safeguarding the surrounding areas from potential inundation during extreme weather events. Its location within the Tulsa District of the USACE signifies its significance in the overall water resource management framework of the region. While the dam lacks a spillway, its design features buttress core types for structural stability. With a drainage area of 1.15 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting downstream communities from flood-related hazards.
Although the dam's hazard potential is currently labeled as "Not Available," its risk assessment indicates a high level of risk, necessitating proactive risk management measures. With its strategic position and storage capacity, Clear Creek WS SCS Site 27a Dam stands as a key infrastructure for flood control and ecosystem preservation in the region. Continued monitoring and adherence to regulatory guidelines will be essential in ensuring the dam's resilience and functionality in the face of changing climate patterns and hydrological conditions.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
1775 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH BINGHAM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
50 |
Drainage Area |
1.15 |
Nid Storage |
428 |
Structural Height |
50 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
50 |
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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.
Clear Creek Ws Scs Site 27a Dam