Melcher Gss Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Melcher Gss is a privately owned earth dam located in Lakeview, Texas, along the West Tr-Oaks Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1981 by the USDA NRCS, this structure serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreation. With a height of 26 feet and a length of 598 feet, Melcher Gss has a storage capacity of 111 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 0 cubic feet per second.
Despite its age, the dam's condition is currently not rated, and it is classified as having a high risk potential. While it does not have a spillway, the dam has one outlet gate. The risk assessment for Melcher Gss is based on its hazard potential and the lack of available information on its condition and emergency preparedness measures. With its location in a high-risk area, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Melcher Gss an intriguing case study for examining the challenges and potential risks associated with aging infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
598 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
WEST TR-OAKS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
111 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Melcher Gss