Richards Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hutson Dam No 2 Hutson Dam No 1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Richards Dam, located in Montague, Texas, was completed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet with a length of 393 feet, providing a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-DYE CREEK and is part of the Tulsa District under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas.
Despite its age, Richards Dam has not been rated for its condition and is not regulated by the state. However, it is permitted and inspected regularly, ensuring its structural integrity and functionality. The dam does not have a spillway and poses a high risk (2) according to the hazard potential assessment. With no associated structures and minimal surface area, Richards Dam remains a critical resource for water management in the region, catering to the needs of the local community for decades to come.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
393 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DYE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
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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.
Richards Dam