Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam

WEST FORK ARMSTRONG CREEK· Erath, Texas· Built 1968· Earth· 45 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Irrigation Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	45 ft (taller than 90.1% in TX)
Dam Length	1,900 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	4.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage	292 acre-ft

Surface Area	52 acres
Drainage Area	11 sq mi
Max Discharge	8,110 cfs
Year Completed	1968 (58 years old)
NID ID	TX00908

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: April 12, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

ERATH COUNTY;UPPER LEON SWCD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam is owned by ERATH COUNTY;UPPER LEON SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam built?

Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam has a dam height of 45 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam last inspected?

Ne Trib Leon River WS SCS Site 1 Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.