Pattons Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pattons Pond Dam, located in Jasper, Texas, was completed in 1950 and serves as a crucial water supply source in the area.


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Summary

This private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the Boggy Branch river, plays a vital role in providing water for various purposes, including irrigation and domestic use.

Despite its important function, Pattons Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and has a high risk potential, indicating the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. With no associated structures and a lack of regulatory oversight from the state, the responsibility for the dam's upkeep falls solely on its private owner. As climate patterns continue to change, ensuring the safety and efficiency of Pattons Pond Dam becomes increasingly imperative for the surrounding communities.

As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, it is important to recognize the significance of dams like Pattons Pond Dam in sustaining water supply in the face of a changing climate. Monitoring and supporting the maintenance of such structures is crucial for mitigating risks and ensuring the continued availability of water resources for both human and environmental needs in the region.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

14

River Or Stream

BOGGY BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

14

Nid Storage

100

Structural Height

14

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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.