Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam
Key Takeaway
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,665 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 734 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04473 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HILL COUNTY;HILL COUNTY BLACKLAND SWCD
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92c Dam
Hill, TX
Low Hazard 26 ftRichland Creek WS SCS Site 93 Dam
Hill, TX
Low Hazard 34 ftTehuacana Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam
Hill, TX
Low Hazard 29 ftHubbard Lake No 4 Dam
Hill, TX
Low Hazard 20 ftTehuacana Creek WS SCS Site 1a Dam
Hill, TX
Low Hazard 35 ftHubbard Lake No 3 Dam
Hill, TX
Low Hazard 18 ftHubbard Lake No 5 Dam
Hill, TX
Low Hazard 16 ftRichland Creek WS SCS Site 94 Dam
Hill, TX
Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam is owned by HILL COUNTY;HILL COUNTY BLACKLAND SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam built?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a 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 Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam?
Richland Creek WS SCS Site 92a Dam has a dam height of 30 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.