Gator Lake Dam

ALDER CREEK· Henderson, Texas· Earth· 45 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gator Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 90.1% in TX)
Dam Length625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage866 acre-ft
Normal Storage601 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,400 cfs
NID IDTX07129

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: September 25, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

KIP ESTEP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 KIP ESTEP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gator Lake Dam?

Gator Lake 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 Gator Lake Dam?

Gator Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 September 25, 2007. 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.