North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam

PURSLEY BRANCH· Jack, Texas· Built 1970· Earth· 28 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX)
Dam Length2,550 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage850 acre-ft
Normal Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,231 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDTX03206

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: December 7, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

JACK COUNTY;JACK COUNTY WCID 1;JACK SWCD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam?

North Creek WS SCS Site 21 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 North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam?

North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam is owned by JACK COUNTY;JACK COUNTY WCID 1;JACK SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam built?

North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam?

North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam?

North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam has a dam height of 28 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 North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam last inspected?

North Creek WS SCS Site 21 Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2016. 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.