Gilliam Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Gilliam Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 10.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06455 |
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
WAYNE GILLIAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gilliam Dam No 1?
Gilliam Dam No 1 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 Gilliam Dam No 1?
Gilliam Dam No 1 is owned by WAYNE GILLIAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gilliam Dam No 1 built?
Gilliam Dam No 1 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Gilliam Dam No 1?
Gilliam Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gilliam Dam No 1?
Gilliam Dam No 1 has a dam height of 13 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 Gilliam Dam No 1 last inspected?
Gilliam Dam No 1 was last inspected on May 21, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.