Lost Pine Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lost Pine Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 568 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 313 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00257 |
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
BROOKS PETROLEUM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lost Pine Lake Dam?
Lost Pine Lake 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 Lost Pine Lake Dam?
Lost Pine Lake Dam is owned by BROOKS PETROLEUM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lost Pine Lake Dam built?
Lost Pine Lake Dam was completed in 1929, making it 97 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lost Pine Lake Dam?
Lost Pine Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lost Pine Lake Dam?
Lost Pine Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Lost Pine Lake Dam last inspected?
Lost Pine Lake Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.