Mcclellan Creek Ws Scs Site 4 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam, located in Gray, Texas, is a local government-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS.


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Summary

Built in 1984, this earth dam stands at a height of 55 feet, with a total structural height of 71 feet and a length of 2060 feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area along the TR-Mcclellan Creek from potential flooding events.

With a storage capacity of 2463 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, particularly during periods of high precipitation. Despite not having a spillway, the dam is able to effectively control water levels due to its design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The risk assessment for this dam is considered high (2), highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and continued functionality.

As a state-regulated structure, the Mcclellan Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to oversee its operations. While the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are currently not available or rated, its presence serves as a critical infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.

Year Completed

1984

Dam Length

2060

Dam Height

55

River Or Stream

TR-MCCLELLAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25

Hydraulic Height

55

Drainage Area

6.37

Nid Storage

2463

Structural Height

71

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

71
       
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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.