Hayes Gss Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hayes Gss is a private earth dam located in Montague, Texas, with a primary purpose classified as "Other." Built in 1981 by the USDA NRCS, this structure stands at a height of 30 feet and spans 727 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet.
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Summary
Despite being unlisted for surface area and drainage area, the dam serves as a critical water resource for the region, particularly along the Beacham Branch.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Hayes Gss has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it poses a high risk due to its hazard potential and lack of available emergency action plan. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. With no recent inspection data provided, there is limited information on the structure's current state and maintenance requirements. Despite these uncertainties, Hayes Gss remains an essential component of the water infrastructure in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Hayes Gss to be an intriguing case study in dam management and maintenance. As a privately owned structure in Texas, its role in water storage and management, along with its risk assessment and emergency preparedness, present valuable insights into the challenges and considerations faced by similar facilities in the region. With a focus on sustainability and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions, understanding the operations and condition of Hayes Gss is crucial for ensuring the continued safety and effectiveness of this vital water resource asset.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
727 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
BEACHAM BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
156 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elm Fk Trinity Rv At Fm 1198 Nr Myra
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1cfs |
Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold
|
112cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport
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8cfs |
Denton Ck At Cr 2513 Nr Decatur
|
13cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
|
145cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
|
200cfs |
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.
Hayes Gss