Emerson Dam No 1 dam
Emerson Dam No 1
Emerson Dam No 1, located in Freestone, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes. Standing at a height of 16 feet and a length of 500 feet, this structure was completed in 1972 and has a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR-TEHUACANA CREEK, is monitored by the state with regular inspections conducted to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the condition of Emerson Dam No 1 is currently not rated, with the last inspection taking place in 1973. The dam does not have a spillway and only has one outlet gate. While it poses a certain level of risk, the dam continues to serve its purpose in providing water for irrigation in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the status of dams like Emerson Dam No 1 is crucial for understanding the impact of these structures on the environment and local communities.
With its history dating back to the early 1970s, Emerson Dam No 1 serves as a vital infrastructure for irrigation in the area. While the dam's risk potential is noted as high, continuous monitoring and inspection efforts are in place to mitigate any potential hazards. As enthusiasts in water resource management and climate change, it is important to recognize the significance of structures like Emerson Dam No 1 in sustaining water supply for agricultural needs in the region.
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 Emerson Dam No 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman | 0 cfs | → |
| Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga | 2,860 cfs | → |
| Trinity Rv At Trinidad | 3,810 cfs | → |
| Richland Ck Nr Dawson | 0 cfs | → |
| Chambers Ck Nr Rice | 11 cfs | → |
| Navasota Rv Abv Groesbeck | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Emerson Dam No 1.
Boat launches
- Navarro County
- Jupiter Road, Star Harbor
- Northwest 3360 Road, Frost
- County Road 2830 15500, Henderson County
- East Cedar Creek Parkway 2101, Mabank
Campgrounds
- Fairfield Lake State Park
- Oak Park - Navarro Mills Reservoir
- Lake Mexia Rec Area
- Fort Parker State Park
- Liberty Hill - Navarro Mills Reservoir
- Red Oak
Track Emerson Dam No 1 in the Snoflo app
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About Emerson Dam No 1
Where does the data for Emerson Dam No 1 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 Emerson Dam No 1.