Red Deer Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam dam
Red Deer Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam
Located in Roberts County, Texas, the Red Deer Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam stands as a testament to the efforts of local government and the USDA NRCS in flood risk reduction. Completed in 1992, this earth dam boasts a height of 43 feet and a length of 1339 feet, providing critical protection for the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 1432 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.95 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by the TCEQ and subject to state regulation, the Red Deer Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam has been deemed to be in fair condition as of its last assessment in 2016. Equipped with a controlled outlet system and a spillway width of 204 feet, this dam is ready to handle maximum discharges of up to 5827 cubic feet per second. With a history of successful inspections and maintenance, this structure serves as a vital component of the local water management infrastructure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Red Deer Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam represents a harmonious blend of engineering excellence and environmental stewardship. As a focal point for flood risk reduction efforts in the region, this dam stands as a testament to the dedication of local authorities and the USDA NRCS in safeguarding communities and natural resources against the impacts of extreme weather events. With a commitment to ongoing inspection and maintenance, this dam continues to play a pivotal role in ensuring the resilience and sustainability of water resources in Roberts County, Texas.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Red Deer Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian Rv Nr Canadian | 24 cfs | → |
| Sweetwater Ck Nr Kelton | 4 cfs | → |
| N Fk Red Rv Nr Shamrock | 6 cfs | → |
| Sweetwater Creek Near Sweetwater | 5 cfs | → |
| Wolf Ck At Lipscomb | 0 cfs | → |
| Lelia Lk Ck Bl Bell Ck Nr Hedley | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Red Deer Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam.
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Red Deer Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Red Deer Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam
Where does the data for Red Deer Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
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