Cj Gerlach Dam

SALLY CREEK· Polk, Texas· Built 1960· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cj Gerlach Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage280 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDTX00028

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 19, 1999
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HOLIDAY LAKE ESTATE CIVIC CLUB INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cj Gerlach Dam?

Cj Gerlach Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cj Gerlach Dam?

Cj Gerlach Dam is owned by HOLIDAY LAKE ESTATE CIVIC CLUB INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cj Gerlach Dam built?

Cj Gerlach Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Cj Gerlach Dam?

Cj Gerlach Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cj Gerlach Dam?

Cj Gerlach Dam has a dam height of 19 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Cj Gerlach Dam last inspected?

Cj Gerlach Dam was last inspected on April 19, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.