Osborn Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Osborn Lake Dam Holloway Lake
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Osborn Pond Dam, located in Gregg County, Texas, was completed in 1983 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 29 feet and a length of 336 feet, was designed by the USDA NRCS and is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. Despite its recreational use, the dam does not have a spillway and is not regulated by the state.
With a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, Osborn Pond Dam poses a high risk level due to its lack of certain safety features and assessments. Although it has not been rated for its condition, the dam is not currently considered a hazard. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place, and it is unclear if the necessary risk management measures are being implemented.
While Osborn Pond Dam may not be the largest or most well-known structure, its presence along the TR-Little Cypress Bayou serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring all types of dams, especially in areas prone to extreme weather events. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should be aware of the potential risks associated with dams like Osborn Pond and advocate for proper safety measures to be put in place.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
336 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE CYPRESS BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Cypress Ck Nr Ore City
|
53cfs |
Sabine Rv Abv Longview
|
210cfs |
Big Cypress Ck Nr Jefferson
|
95cfs |
Sabine Rv Bl Longview
|
251cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Gladewater
|
226cfs |
Rabbit Ck At Kilgore
|
15cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Osborn Pond Dam