Cow Bayou Ws Scs Gss 7 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Cow Bayou WS SCS Gss 7, located in Falls County, Texas, is a local government-owned Earth-type dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1965 for flood risk reduction along the Cow Bayou.
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Summary
Standing at 26 feet high with a structural height of 26 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting surrounding areas from potential flooding. With a normal storage capacity of 17 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 26 acre-feet, the dam provides essential flood control measures for the region.
Although currently rated as "Not Available" for hazard potential and "Not Rated" for condition assessment, Cow Bayou WS SCS Gss 7 poses a high risk level of 2. It lacks a spillway and associated structures, but features a single outlet gate for water release. The dam has not undergone recent inspections or condition assessments, highlighting a need for maintenance and monitoring to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction. As a vital infrastructure asset in the region, efforts should be made to prioritize the safety and upkeep of Cow Bayou WS SCS Gss 7 to protect against potential flooding events and safeguard the local community and environment.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
6 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
COW BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
26 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Brazos Rv At Waco
|
337cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Highbank
|
213cfs |
N Elm Ck At Rosebud Rd Nr Meeks
|
0cfs |
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
|
0cfs |
Middle Bosque Rv Nr Mcgregor
|
19cfs |
Hog Ck Nr Crawford
|
2cfs |
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.
Cow Bayou Ws Scs Gss 7