Lake Gilead Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Gilead Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 698 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,052 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05092 |
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
CFH MILL CREEK COMPANY LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Gilead Dam?
Lake Gilead 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 Lake Gilead Dam?
Lake Gilead Dam is owned by CFH MILL CREEK COMPANY LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Gilead Dam built?
Lake Gilead Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Gilead Dam?
Lake Gilead Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Gilead Dam?
Lake Gilead Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Gilead Dam last inspected?
Lake Gilead Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.