Tankersley Gss Reservoir Report
Nearby: Seymour Country Club Dam Kisinger Gss
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Tankersley Gss, located in Baylor County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1973.
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Summary
The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation. With a height of 19 feet and a length of 850 feet, Tankersley Gss has a storage capacity of 319 acre-feet and a normal storage of 204 acre-feet. Despite not having a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate for water release.
The dam, situated on TR-Brazos River, falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas and is not regulated by state agencies. It has not been rated for its condition assessment, but is classified as having a high risk level (2). Tankersley Gss does not currently have an Emergency Action Plan in place and has not been inspected or assessed for potential hazards. Although it is not owned or funded by federal agencies, the dam is maintained and operated by its private owner for the benefit of the local community.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Tankersley Gss will find its unique design and multiple purposes intriguing. Despite its high risk classification, the dam's historical significance and contribution to the area's water needs make it a valuable asset. As efforts to address climate change and water management intensify, understanding and monitoring the condition of structures like Tankersley Gss will be crucial for sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRAZOS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
319 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Brazos Rv At Seymour
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10cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Seymour
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8cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Mabelle
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0cfs |
Millers Ck Nr Munday
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0cfs |
S Wichita Rv Nr Benjamin
|
1cfs |
S Side Canal Nr Dundee
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0cfs |
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.
Tankersley Gss