Gilmer And Walker Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Hill, Texas, the Gilmer and Walker Lake Dam stands as a testament to engineering and design, completed in 1972 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This earth dam with buttress core spans 620 feet in length and reaches a height of 15 feet, providing a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. Situated along the tranquil TR-Aquilla Creek, this dam offers a surface area of 10 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.

While the dam lacks a spillway, it does feature a single outlet gate for water control. Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, it is subject to regular inspections and maintenance. Considered to have a high risk potential, with a hazard level of 2, the Gilmer and Walker Lake Dam is a critical piece of infrastructure that requires careful monitoring to ensure its continued safety and functionality for both recreational and environmental purposes.

In the hands of private owners, this dam serves as a vital resource for the local community, offering opportunities for leisure activities and water recreation. With its serene location and impressive design, the Gilmer and Walker Lake Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

620

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TR-AQUILLA CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

15

Nid Storage

72

Structural Height

15

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

15
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.