Sterling C Robertson Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Sterling C Robertson Dam, located on the Navasota River in Leon, Texas, is a pivotal structure for irrigation, recreation, and water supply purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1978 and standing at a height of 62 feet, this earth-type dam provides a vast storage capacity of 557,878 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 208,017 acre-feet. The dam's surface area covers 12,553 acres and serves a drainage area of 674 square miles, making it a crucial component of the region's water resource management system.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Sterling C Robertson Dam has a spillway width of 3,400 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 391,050 cubic feet per second. The dam features a combination of controlled and uncontrolled outlet gates to manage water flow effectively. Despite not having a hazard potential rating or condition assessment, the dam undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and operational efficiency.

With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, Sterling C Robertson Dam plays a vital role in supporting agricultural irrigation, recreational activities, and municipal water supply in the region. The dam's impact on the surrounding ecosystem, water resources, and local communities underscores its importance as a key infrastructure for sustainable water management in Texas.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

11395

Dam Height

62

River Or Stream

NAVASOTA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12553

Hydraulic Height

62

Drainage Area

674

Nid Storage

557878

Structural Height

62

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled - 1, Slide (sluice gate) - 3, Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

62
       
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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.