Peterson Dam, located in Eastland, Texas, along Ellison Spring Branch, was completed in 1965 with a primary purpose of irrigation.
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This private earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a length of 700 feet, providing storage for up to 200 acre-feet of water. While the dam does not have a spillway, it does have one outlet gate for water release.
Despite being rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and "Not Rated" in condition assessment, Peterson Dam has a high risk level assigned to it. The dam has not been inspected since August 1969, raising concerns about its current condition and safety. With no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, the dam lacks preparedness for any potential emergencies or disasters.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Peterson Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of regular inspections and maintenance of infrastructure to ensure public safety and water security. The risk level associated with the dam highlights the need for proactive measures to mitigate potential hazards and protect surrounding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of dam failure.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
ELLISON SPRING BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
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2cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
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2cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
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436cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Abv Breckenridge
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0cfs |