Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam

WILLOW CREEK· Tom Green, Texas· Built 1979· Earth· 36 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX)
Dam Length3,950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage157 acre-ft
Surface Area34 acres
Drainage Area8 sq mi
Max Discharge5,001 cfs
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDTX04782

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 2, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

TOM GREEN SWCD;WILLOW CREEK WCID

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?

Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?

Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is owned by TOM GREEN SWCD;WILLOW CREEK WCID (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam built?

Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?

Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?

Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam last inspected?

Willow Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2021. 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.