Lauderdale Gss Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lauderdale Gss Dam, located in Burleson, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1984.
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Summary
This Earth type dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a length of 668 feet, providing a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. While the primary purpose of the dam is listed as "Other," it serves to control water flow in the TR-BUFFALO CREEK.
Despite its relatively small size, Lauderdale Gss Dam has a high risk assessment rating of 2, indicating potential hazards. The dam lacks a spillway and has no emergency action plan in place, raising concerns for the surrounding area in case of a breach. With limited data available on its condition and maintenance history, water resource and climate enthusiasts may be interested in further research and monitoring of Lauderdale Gss Dam to ensure its safety and functionality in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
668 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUFFALO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.35 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
E Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
|
0cfs |
Middle Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
|
0cfs |
Davidson Ck Nr Lyons
|
0cfs |
Brazos Rv At Sh 21 Nr Bryan
|
570cfs |
Yegua Ck Nr Somerville
|
0cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
|
156cfs |
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.
Lauderdale Gss Dam