John Polk Gss Dam dam
John Polk Gss Dam
John Polk Gss Dam, located in Pittsburg, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS to primarily serve as a flood risk reduction measure along the TR-Big Cypress Creek. Constructed in 1985, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 385 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. While not regulated by the state, this dam is subject to regular inspections and permitting requirements to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its relatively modest size, John Polk Gss Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the Camp County area. The dam's buttress core design and lack of a spillway highlight its reliance on sound engineering principles to manage water flow and protect downstream communities. With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)," it underscores the importance of proactive risk management measures to maintain the dam's integrity and safeguard against potential hazards.
As a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure, John Polk Gss Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between private owners and government agencies in addressing flood control needs. Its strategic location, sturdy construction, and operational capacity make it a noteworthy example for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to understand the intersection of engineering, regulatory oversight, and environmental stewardship in managing water resources for public safety and economic resilience.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around John Polk Gss Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Cypress Ck Nr Pittsburg | 12 cfs | → |
| Big Cypress Ck At Us Hwy 271 Nr Pittsburg | 5 cfs | → |
| White Oak Ck At Ih 30 Nr Omaha | 145 cfs | → |
| White Oak Ck Nr Talco | 71 cfs | → |
| Sulphur Rv At Ih 30 Nr Dalby Springs | 1,010 cfs | → |
| Sulphur Rv Nr Talco | 1,010 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near John Polk Gss Dam.
Boat launches
- Titus County
- Park Road 2117 Titus County
- Boat Ramp Road Titus County
- North Jefferson Avenue Mount Pleasant
- Fm 997 Morris County
Campgrounds
- Titus County Park
- Monticello Park - Monticello Reservoir
- Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
- Cedar Ridge Camping Area
- Jack Guthrie Park - Monticello Reservoir
- Dogwood Park
Fishing spots
Track John Polk Gss Dam in the Snoflo app
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About John Polk Gss Dam
Where does the data for John Polk Gss Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of John Polk Gss Dam.