Tmpa Gibbons Creek Mine Dam Sp13 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Tmpa Gibbons Creek Mine Dam Sp13, located in Grimes, Texas, is a crucial water resource infrastructure owned by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).


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Summary

Completed in 1991, this Earth-type dam stands at 22 feet tall and spans 6900 feet along the tributary of Gibbons Creek. With a storage capacity of 370 acre-feet and a surface area of 26.3 acres, this dam plays a vital role in water management and flood control in the region.

Despite being classified as having a moderate risk level, this dam has not been assessed for its condition and does not have a designated emergency action plan in place. The spillway, with a width of 54 feet, is uncontrolled in nature. The outlet gates consist of one slide gate and two uncontrolled gates, allowing for the controlled release of water when necessary. The dam's geographic coordinates of 30.542148 latitude and -96.101153 longitude make it an essential component of the region's water infrastructure network.

As climate change continues to impact water resources, the Tmpa Gibbons Creek Mine Dam Sp13 serves as a critical structure for water storage and discharge management. It is essential for local authorities to prioritize regular inspections, condition assessments, and the development of an emergency action plan to ensure the safety and efficiency of this dam in the face of potential environmental challenges.

Year Completed

1991

Dam Length

6900

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY GIBBONS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

26.3

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

1.05

Nid Storage

370

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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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.