Joe Hart Gss Reservoir Report
Nearby: Jr Ray Lake Dam Blossom City Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Joe Hart Gss is a privately owned earth dam located in Red River, Texas, serving multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1979 by USDA NRCS, the dam stands at 15 feet tall and spans 577 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Freeman Creek, the dam is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and is permitted and inspected by the state of Texas.
Despite its relatively small size, Joe Hart Gss poses a high risk due to its condition being not rated and the lack of available hazard potential information. However, the dam does not have a spillway and has not been modified in recent years. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk management measures, and inundation maps are not available, indicating a potential area for improvement in terms of safety and emergency preparedness.
With its serene location in Detroit, Texas, Joe Hart Gss provides a valuable water resource for the local community while also offering recreational opportunities. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find this dam to be an intriguing case study in dam management and the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure public safety and protect the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
577 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FREEMAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Red River At Arthur City
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1640cfs |
Cuthand Ck At Fm 910 Nr Cuthand
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0cfs |
N Sulphur Rv Nr Cooper
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0cfs |
Sulphur Rv Nr Talco
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15cfs |
White Oak Ck Nr Talco
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10cfs |
S Sulphur Rv Nr Cooper
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3cfs |
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.
Joe Hart Gss