Farmers Creek Ws Scs Debris Basin 108 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Montague, Texas, the Farmers Creek WS SCS Debris Basin 108 was completed in 1973 by USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 27.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet. It serves the purposes of debris control and flood risk reduction for the TR-DEEP DRAW river or stream, covering a drainage area of 0.08 square miles.
Owned by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this structure is designed to withstand high risk (2) scenarios. While it has not been rated for its condition assessment, it is equipped with one outlet gate and does not have a spillway. The dam's hazard potential is not currently available, and it has not been inspected for condition or emergency preparedness in recent years. Despite these uncertainties, the Farmers Creek WS SCS Debris Basin 108 remains a vital component of the region's water resource management infrastructure.
This dam, part of the Fort Worth District, plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like the Farmers Creek WS SCS Debris Basin 108 will be essential for safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the increasing threats of extreme weather events. By understanding and supporting the maintenance and operation of such critical infrastructure, water resource and climate enthusiasts can contribute to ensuring the resilience of our water systems in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
756 |
Dam Height |
27.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DEEP DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
27.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Structural Height |
27.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold
|
112cfs |
Elm Fk Trinity Rv At Fm 1198 Nr Myra
|
1cfs |
Mud Creek Near Courtney
|
0cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
|
145cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
|
200cfs |
Red River Near Gainesville
|
414cfs |
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.
Farmers Creek Ws Scs Debris Basin 108