Gregory Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Gregory Lake Dam, located in Mitchell, Texas, was completed in 1950 and is privately owned.


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Summary

This Earth dam, with a height of 12 feet and a length of 1100 feet, serves a primary purpose other than flood control or water supply. It has a normal storage capacity of 250 acre-feet and a total storage capacity of 544 acre-feet, making it an essential water resource for the region.

The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity. Although the hazard potential is deemed "Not Available," the risk assessment indicates a high risk level (2). Despite the lack of a spillway, the dam has a single outlet gate. Overall, Gregory Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and mitigating potential risks associated with its operation.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Gregory Lake Dam represents a vital piece of infrastructure in the region. With its strategic location on Hasting Creek and its significant storage capacity, the dam contributes to water management efforts in Mitchell County, Texas. As climate change impacts water resources, the regulation and maintenance of dams like Gregory Lake Dam become increasingly important to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding communities.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

1100

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

HASTING CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

50

Hydraulic Height

12

Nid Storage

544

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.