Pickard Gss No 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pickard Gss No 2 Campbell Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pickard Gss No 1 is a private-owned earth dam located in Fannin, Texas, along the TR-Merrill Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1969 by USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. Although primarily used for recreation, the dam also serves other purposes and is equipped with one outlet gate.
Despite its age, Pickard Gss No 1 has not been rated for its condition assessment and is considered to have a high risk potential. With no spillway and limited information available on its inspection history, there are concerns about its safety and ability to withstand extreme weather events. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find this dam's lack of regulatory oversight and potential risk factors to be of interest in discussions surrounding dam safety and management.
As one of the many dams in the Tulsa District of Texas, Pickard Gss No 1 serves as a reminder of the importance of proper infrastructure maintenance and monitoring in the face of changing climate conditions. Its location along the TR-Merrill Creek also highlights the interconnectedness of water resources and the need for sustainable management practices to ensure the safety and resilience of these critical structures in the face of climate change.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
176 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MERRILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Pickard Gss No 1