Gamblin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gamblin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00645 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CP GAMBLIN ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gamblin Lake Dam?
Gamblin Lake 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 Gamblin Lake Dam?
Gamblin Lake Dam is owned by CP GAMBLIN ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gamblin Lake Dam built?
Gamblin Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Gamblin Lake Dam?
Gamblin Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.