Southwest Laterals Ws Scs Site 4 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam, located in Concho, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the Waloope Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1982 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and stretches over a length of 6630 feet. With a storage capacity of 2732 acre-feet, it plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this dam is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity. Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, its condition remains unrated, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance. Equipped with a single slide gate for water release, this dam plays a critical role in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the region.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like the Southwest Laterals WS SCS Site 4 Dam are essential for safeguarding communities and infrastructure against the increasing threat of flooding. With its strategic location and design, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of proactive water management and the need for ongoing risk assessment and mitigation efforts in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
6630 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
WALOOPE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
7.69 |
Nid Storage |
2732 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
|
1cfs |
Brady Ck At Brady
|
22cfs |
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
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21cfs |
San Saba Rv At Menard
|
46cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
|
3cfs |
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 4 Dam