Borders Gss Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Borders Gss is a privately owned dam located in Ellis County, Texas, along the TR-Brushy Creek river system.


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Summary

Constructed in 1980 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 23 feet and stretches 708 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres, Borders Gss serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and recreational activities.

Although the dam is unregulated by the state and federal agencies, it is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and four outlet gates. The risk assessment for Borders Gss is rated as moderate (3), indicating a potential hazard level that requires attention. Despite not having a current condition assessment, the dam has demonstrated resilience and stability over the years. However, there is a need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of this essential water resource infrastructure.

In the event of an emergency, it is unclear whether an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) has been prepared for Borders Gss. The dam's hazard potential is listed as "Not Available," suggesting a lack of comprehensive risk management measures in place. With its strategic location and vital role in water resource management, Borders Gss highlights the importance of proactive maintenance and emergency preparedness to safeguard the surrounding community and environment from potential risks associated with dam failure.

Year Completed

1980

Dam Length

708

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

TR-BRUSHY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

23

Nid Storage

98

Structural Height

23

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 4

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

23
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.