Red Deer Creek Ws Scs Site 14 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Red Deer Creek WS SCS Site 14 Dam, located in Roberts County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the TR-Red Deer Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1989, this earth dam stands at a height of 52 feet and spans a length of 1369 feet, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 1295 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial 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), Red Deer Creek WS SCS Site 14 Dam has a high risk assessment rating. Despite its importance in flood risk mitigation, the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment remain ungraded, with no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. The dam features a slide gate outlet and has not undergone any modifications since its completion, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in safeguarding the community.
This dam serves as a key infrastructure in the Tulsa District, providing essential protection to the residents of Roberts County, Texas. With its strategic location along TR-Red Deer Creek and its significant storage capacity, Red Deer Creek WS SCS Site 14 Dam stands as a critical asset in the region's water resource management and climate resilience efforts. As climate change continues to pose challenges, the ongoing inspection and maintenance of this dam are crucial to its long-term functionality and the safety of the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
1369 |
Dam Height |
52 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED DEER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
52 |
Drainage Area |
5.04 |
Nid Storage |
1295 |
Structural Height |
59 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
59 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canadian Rv Nr Canadian
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44cfs |
Sweetwater Ck Nr Kelton
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3cfs |
N Fk Red Rv Nr Shamrock
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3cfs |
Wolf Ck At Lipscomb
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1cfs |
Sweetwater Creek Near Sweetwater
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13cfs |
Palo Duro Ck Nr Spearman
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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.
Red Deer Creek Ws Scs Site 14 Dam