Gordon City Reservoir Dam, located in Palo Pinto County, Texas, is a vital water resource infrastructure owned by the local government.
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Completed in 1926, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet, with a length of 1200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 262 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is water supply, serving the community of Gordon.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Gordon City Reservoir Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authority to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being rated as having a high risk level, the condition of the dam is currently not assessed, and management measures are not specified. The lack of spillway and drainage area raises concerns regarding the dam's ability to handle maximum discharge events, highlighting the need for potential modifications and improvements.
Although last inspected in 1981, the dam's emergency action plan and risk assessment measures are not updated or clearly outlined. With its hazard potential labeled as "Not Available," there is a pressing need for comprehensive risk management strategies and regular maintenance to safeguard the reservoir and the surrounding area from potential hazards and ensure sustainable water resource management for the future.
Year Completed |
1926 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GIBSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
262 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Brazos Rv Nr Graford
|
50cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto
|
55cfs |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Dennis
|
109cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr South Bend
|
28cfs |