Greenville Reservoir No 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Greenville, Texas, the Greenville Reservoir No 1 Dam stands as a testament to the vital role that water resources play in our environment.
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Summary
Built in 1900, this earth dam serves the primary purposes of water supply and other functions. With a height of 13 feet and a length of 2200 feet, this dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 116 acre-feet, ensuring a stable water supply for the region. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to ensure its safety and functionality.
Situated on the Cowleech Fork Sabine River, this dam is owned and operated by the local government, highlighting the importance of community involvement in managing water resources effectively. Despite being rated as having a high risk potential, the condition of the dam is currently not rated. The dam lacks a spillway and is not associated with any locks, emphasizing the simplicity of its design while serving its critical function of providing water supply to the region.
As climate change continues to impact water resources globally, the Greenville Reservoir No 1 Dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for ensuring water security in Hunt County, Texas. With its historical significance and essential role in water management, the dam stands as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource practices in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
2200 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
COWLEECH FORK SABINE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
116 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Greenville Reservoir No 1 Dam