Big Sandy Creek Ws Scs Gss 122 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Wise County, Texas, the Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 122 is a crucial flood risk reduction structure managed by the local government.


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Designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 295 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 28 acre-feet, it helps to mitigate flooding along the TR-Briar Branch Sandy Creek.

State regulated and permitted by TCEQ, this dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential hazards. Although its hazard potential is listed as "Not Available" and its condition assessment is "Not Rated", the Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 122 is considered to have a high risk level. The structure, devoid of a spillway, features one outlet gate and remains a key component in water resource management in the region.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Big Sandy Creek WS SCS Gss 122 serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction in Texas. With its strategic location and design, this earth dam underscores the importance of proactive measures in ensuring the safety and resilience of communities in the face of natural disasters. As efforts continue to monitor and assess the structure's condition, its significance in water management and climate adaptation remains paramount in the region.

Dam Length

295

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-BRIAR BRANCH SANDY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.1

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

0.08

Nid Storage

28

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.