Kilgore Dam

BIG HEAD CREEK· Gregg, Texas· Built 1949· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kilgore Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage138 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDTX03450

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: May 23, 1984
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

KILGORE RESOURCES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kilgore Dam?

Kilgore 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 Kilgore Dam?

Kilgore Dam is owned by KILGORE RESOURCES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kilgore Dam built?

Kilgore Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Kilgore Dam?

Kilgore 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 Kilgore Dam?

Kilgore Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Kilgore Dam last inspected?

Kilgore Dam was last inspected on May 23, 1984. 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.