Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5
Key Takeaway
Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5 is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| NID ID | TX09671 |
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
BLUEBONNET HILLS SUBDIVISION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5?
Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5 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 Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5?
Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5 is owned by BLUEBONNET HILLS SUBDIVISION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5?
Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5 has a dam height of 14 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 Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5 last inspected?
Bluebonnet Hills Pond 5 was last inspected on May 6, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.