Ecleto Creek Ws Nrcs Site 3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Ecleto Creek WS NRCS Site 3 Dam, located in Wilson County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Ecleto Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 2000, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans a length of 2700 feet, providing a storage capacity of 3340 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 6.17 square miles, the dam is capable of handling a maximum discharge of 5150 cubic feet per second in the event of a flood.
This dam, regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and inspected regularly, serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region. Although its hazard potential is not available and its condition is not rated, the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate (3). Equipped with uncontrolled outlets and a spillway width of 200 feet, the dam ensures the safety and protection of the surrounding communities by effectively managing water levels during heavy rainfall events.
The Ecleto Creek WS NRCS Site 3 Dam plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the area from potential flooding, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in mitigating the impacts of climate change. As a key structure owned by the local government, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between various agencies to ensure the resilience of the region's water infrastructure in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
2700 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ECLETO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
53 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
6.17 |
Nid Storage |
3340 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cibolo Ck Nr Falls City
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30cfs |
Cibolo Ck At Sutherland Springs
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28cfs |
Ecleto Ck Nr Runge
|
0cfs |
San Antonio Rv Nr Floresville
|
205cfs |
San Antonio Rv Nr Falls City
|
145cfs |
San Antonio Rv At Sh 72 Nr Runge
|
168cfs |
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.
Ecleto Creek Ws Nrcs Site 3 Dam