Middle Pasture Lake Dam

SOMBRERITO CREEK· Webb, Texas· Built 1959· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Middle Pasture Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX)
Dam Length2,230 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage848 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres
Drainage Area41 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDTX02270

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 7, 1976
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

KILLAM AND HURD LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Middle Pasture Lake Dam?

Middle Pasture Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Middle Pasture Lake Dam?

Middle Pasture Lake Dam is owned by KILLAM AND HURD LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Middle Pasture Lake Dam built?

Middle Pasture Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Middle Pasture Lake Dam?

Middle Pasture Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Middle Pasture Lake Dam?

Middle Pasture Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Middle Pasture Lake Dam last inspected?

Middle Pasture Lake Dam was last inspected on October 7, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.