Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam, located in Milam, Texas, was completed in 1979 and serves as an earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 13 feet and a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, this dam on the TR-Sandy Creek is a vital water resource for the region. Although the dam lacks a spillway, it has been inspected and deemed to have a high risk potential, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring.
Owned by a private entity, Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam stands as a key infrastructure for water management in the area. The dam's condition is currently not rated, highlighting the need for further evaluation and assessment to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its high risk potential, the dam continues to provide essential irrigation water for agriculture in the region.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam becomes increasingly crucial. With its location in a high-risk area and limited spillway capacity, the dam serves as a reminder of the need for proactive risk management and infrastructure investment to safeguard water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Rv At Cameron
|
165cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
|
156cfs |
Big Elm Ck At Sh 77 Nr Cameron
|
940cfs |
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
|
0cfs |
N Elm Ck At Rosebud Rd Nr Meeks
|
0cfs |
San Gabriel Rv At Laneport
|
3cfs |
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.
Gerdes Reservoir 2 Dam