Southwest Laterals Ws Scs Site 3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 3 Dam, located in Concho, 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, with a height of 26 feet and a length of 2220 feet, plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding, particularly along the TR-Salt Creek. The dam has a storage capacity of 917 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 24 acres, serving as a key resource in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the region.
Owned and regulated by the local government with oversight from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 3 Dam meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements, ensuring its structural integrity and operational efficiency. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is currently not rated for its condition, emphasizing the need for ongoing risk assessment and management measures to safeguard the surrounding communities. With a single slide gate for outlet control, the dam's emergency action plan status and inundation mapping readiness remain unclear, highlighting opportunities for further emergency preparedness and response improvements.
As a significant infrastructure asset in the Fort Worth District, Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 3 Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Texas. With its strategic location, design features, and operational capabilities, the dam serves as a critical component in the region's flood control and water management systems, reflecting the collaborative efforts of federal, state, and local agencies in ensuring the safety and well-being of nearby residents and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
2220 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
2.04 |
Nid Storage |
917 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
|
1cfs |
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
|
21cfs |
Brady Ck At Brady
|
22cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
|
3cfs |
San Saba Rv At Menard
|
46cfs |
Elm Ck At Ballinger
|
0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Southwest Laterals Ws Scs Site 3 Dam
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