Paluxy River Ws Scs Site 9 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Paluxy River WS SCS Site 9 Dam, located in Erath, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risk along the TR-South Paluxy River.


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Summary

Completed in 1984, this earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and spans 920 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1107 acre-feet, it serves as a crucial resource for managing water flow in the region.

Despite its importance in flood risk reduction, the dam lacks a spillway and is rated with a high risk assessment level of 2. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no available information on its emergency action plan preparedness. The dam's regulatory oversight falls under the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols.

Enthusiasts of water resource management and climate resilience will find Paluxy River WS SCS Site 9 Dam to be a fascinating case study in infrastructure design and maintenance. As a key player in flood control along the Paluxy River, this dam underscores the importance of effective water management strategies in mitigating natural disasters and safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events.

Year Completed

1984

Dam Length

920

Dam Height

45

River Or Stream

TR-SOUTH PALUXY RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

45

Drainage Area

3.04

Nid Storage

1107

Structural Height

55

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

55
       
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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.