Paluxy River Ws Scs Site 3 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Paluxy River WS SCS Site 3 Dam, located in Erath, Texas, was completed in 1987 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

This earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 51 feet and has a structural height of 58 feet. With a storage capacity of 821 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.4 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Operated by the local government, the Paluxy River WS SCS Site 3 Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite the absence of a spillway, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control and water management in the area. With a high risk assessment rating, the dam's role in mitigating potential hazards and ensuring public safety is of utmost importance to the community.

As a key component of the water resource infrastructure, the Paluxy River WS SCS Site 3 Dam provides valuable flood risk reduction benefits to the region. With its strategic location and design, this earth dam continues to play a vital role in safeguarding the local area from potential flood events and managing water resources effectively. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a fascinating example of how engineering solutions can contribute to sustainable water management practices.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

865

Dam Height

51

River Or Stream

TR-PALUXY RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

51

Drainage Area

2.4

Nid Storage

821

Structural Height

58

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

58
       
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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.