Max Ayers Gss Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Max Ayers Gss, located in Fannin County, Texas, is a private earth dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1974 for purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and others.
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Summary
With a height of 27 feet and a length of 576 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area. Situated on TR-McClung Creek, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water flow and storage in the region.
Despite being privately owned, Max Ayers Gss is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The dam has a hazard potential rating of "Not Available" and a risk assessment of "High (2)", highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and management to mitigate potential risks. While the condition assessment is currently "Not Rated", the dam's function as a water resource and climate resilience asset underscores its significance in the local ecosystem.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Max Ayers Gss serves as a vital infrastructure for water conservation and management in Texas. With its strategic location and design, this earth dam contributes to the sustainable utilization of water resources for various purposes, demonstrating the intersection of environmental stewardship and community resilience in the face of climate challenges. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role and significance of structures like Max Ayers Gss is crucial for promoting sustainable water management practices and ensuring the long-term health of our ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
576 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MC CLUNG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
71 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
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