Liberty Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Liberty Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| NID ID | TX09750 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BENTWATER PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Liberty Pond Dam?
Liberty Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Liberty Pond Dam?
Liberty Pond Dam is owned by BENTWATER PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Liberty Pond Dam?
Liberty Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Liberty Pond Dam last inspected?
Liberty Pond Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.