Lake Gilmer Dam

Texas — Upshur County — KELSEY CREEK

Location

StateTexas
CountyUpshur
RiverKELSEY CREEK
Coordinates32.76429, -94.98069

Physical Characteristics

NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length2,200 ft
NID Storage26,000 acre-ft
Max Storage26,000 acre-ft
Surface Area895 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 21, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1996
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCITY OF GILMER

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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