Lou Ella Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lou Ella Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 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 | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07150 |
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
PECAN VALLEY RANCH HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lou Ella Lake Dam?
Lou Ella 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 Lou Ella Lake Dam?
Lou Ella Lake Dam is owned by PECAN VALLEY RANCH HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lou Ella Lake Dam built?
Lou Ella Lake Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Lou Ella Lake Dam?
Lou Ella 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 Lou Ella Lake Dam?
Lou Ella Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lou Ella Lake Dam last inspected?
Lou Ella Lake Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.