Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam

SALT BRANCH· McMullen, Texas· Built 1964· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDTX03016

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

GUBEL TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam?

Gubel Trust Lake No 3 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 Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam?

Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam is owned by GUBEL TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam built?

Gubel Trust Lake No 3 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.

What is the primary purpose of Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam?

Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam?

Gubel Trust Lake No 3 Dam has a dam height of 14 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.

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.