Hopper Gss dam
Hopper Gss
Hopper Gss, located in Hill County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1976 by the USDA NRCS for purposes such as fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management. With a height of 34 feet and a length of 410 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and serves as a vital resource for the local community. Despite its critical role in water management, Hopper Gss lacks a spillway and has a high hazard potential, indicating the need for continued monitoring and maintenance.
This dam, situated along the TR-Cottonwood Creek, is under state permitting and inspection, but not subject to state regulation or enforcement. Although it is not rated for its current condition, the risk assessment for Hopper Gss is classified as high, emphasizing the importance of implementing risk management measures to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With its primary purpose being fire protection and stock maintenance, Hopper Gss also offers recreational opportunities for the community to enjoy.
In the event of an emergency, the lack of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information raises concerns about the dam's preparedness for unforeseen events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to advocate for the development of a comprehensive EAP, regular inspections, and maintenance to safeguard Hopper Gss and other critical infrastructure in the region. By raising awareness about the importance of proactive risk management, we can contribute to the long-term sustainability of water resources and resilience to climate impacts in the area.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Hopper Gss -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nolan Rv At Blum | 47 cfs | → |
| Mountain Ck Nr Venus | 4 cfs | → |
| Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens | 309 cfs | → |
| Waxahachie Ck At Waxahachie | 15 cfs | → |
| Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon | 7 cfs | → |
| White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene | 498 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hopper Gss.
Boat launches
- Country Club Road 2412, Cleburne
- Hagler Road 3034-3098, Cleburne
- Lakeshore Drive Waxahachie
- U.S. 67 2374-2456, Cleburne
- Lakeshore Drive 101, Waxahachie
- Farm To Market Road 1534 1026, Whitney
Campgrounds
- Waxahachie - Bardwell Lake
- Mott - Bardwell Lake
- Highview - Bardwell Lake
- Pecan Point - Navarro Mills Reservoir
- Wolf Creek - Navarro Mills Reservoir
Fishing spots
Track Hopper Gss in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Hopper Gss
Where does the data for Hopper Gss come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Hopper Gss.