James R Phillips Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Pickard Gss No 1 Pickard Gss No 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
James R Phillips Dam, located in Fannin, Texas, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and creating a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this private earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and stretches 860 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet. The dam holds back the waters of the TR-NORTH SULPHUR RIVER and is designed with a buttress core to withstand hydraulic pressures effectively.
Although not regulated by the state, the dam is subject to regular inspections and permitting processes. The lack of a spillway and limited outlet gates pose a potential risk, categorizing it as high-risk infrastructure. Despite being in a condition not rated, the dam represents a crucial water resource for the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate would find James R Phillips Dam a fascinating structure that plays a vital role in managing water supply and supporting local ecosystems in the area.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
860 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH SULPHUR RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
425 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
James R Phillips Dam