Snow Lake Gss Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Snow Lake Gss is a privately owned earth dam located in Leon, Texas, near the city of COCHRAN.
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Summary
Built in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 35 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam has a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet and is associated with the TR-PIGEON ROOST CREEK.
Despite its recreational use, Snow Lake Gss poses a high risk due to its condition assessment being labeled as "Not Rated." The dam does not have a spillway and is not regulated by the state, raising concerns about its safety and potential hazards. The lack of inspections and maintenance further highlight the need for risk management measures to be implemented to ensure the safety of the surrounding area and water resources.
Given the high risk associated with Snow Lake Gss, it is crucial for the relevant authorities to conduct regular inspections and assessments to mitigate any potential hazards. With its location in a high-risk area and limited regulatory oversight, proactive measures must be taken to address the dam's condition and ensure the safety of the community and environment it serves.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
416 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PIGEON ROOST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
Snow Lake Gss