Gator Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gator Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 940 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00175 |
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
EDWIN COX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gator Lake Dam?
Gator 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 Gator Lake Dam?
Gator Lake Dam is owned by EDWIN COX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gator Lake Dam built?
Gator Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Gator Lake Dam?
Gator Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gator Lake Dam?
Gator Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Gator Lake Dam last inspected?
Gator Lake Dam was last inspected on June 8, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.