Lyons Gss Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lyons Gss, located in Burleson, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1985 with a primary purpose of "Other".


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Summary

The dam, managed by USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 147 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Brazos River, the Lyons Gss serves as a crucial structure for water resource management in the area.

Despite not having a spillway, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled outlet gate to manage water flow. The risk assessment for Lyons Gss is categorized as high, indicating the potential for significant consequences in case of failure. With a drainage area of 0.06 square miles and a surface area of 12 acres, the dam plays a vital role in regulating water levels and mitigating flood risks in the region.

Overall, Lyons Gss is a key component of the water infrastructure in Texas, providing essential storage and flood control capabilities. Its strategic location on the Brazos River and its high risk assessment underline the importance of proper maintenance and inspection to ensure the safety and functionality of this critical water resource structure.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

1076

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-BRAZOS RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

0.06

Nid Storage

147

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

28
       
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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.