Lake Gibbons Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Gibbons Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 957 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 123 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,660 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01840 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF PARIS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Gibbons Dam?
Lake Gibbons Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Gibbons Dam?
Lake Gibbons Dam is owned by CITY OF PARIS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Gibbons Dam built?
Lake Gibbons Dam was completed in 1911, making it 115 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 Lake Gibbons Dam?
Lake Gibbons 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 Lake Gibbons Dam?
Lake Gibbons Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Lake Gibbons Dam last inspected?
Lake Gibbons Dam was last inspected on December 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.