Gaylord Lake No 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Gaylord Lake No 1 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, was completed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital structure for debris control on TR-Clear Creek.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans 530 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 48 acre-feet. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate to manage water levels effectively.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is regulated by the state of Texas and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, the dam poses a potential hazard if not properly maintained. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the risk management measures for the dam are not specified, indicating a need for further evaluation and preparedness in case of emergencies. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Gaylord Lake No 1 Dam presents an intriguing case study on the importance of maintaining and regulating critical infrastructure to mitigate risks and ensure water resource sustainability.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
48 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Gaylord Lake No 1 Dam