Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee
Key Takeaway
Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 13,464 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 94 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01752 |
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
CHRISTOPHER PAPPAS;HARRIS PAPPAS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee?
Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee 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 Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee?
Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee is owned by CHRISTOPHER PAPPAS;HARRIS PAPPAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee built?
Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee?
Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee 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 Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee?
Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee has a dam height of 10 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 Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee last inspected?
Pappas Lakes and Lodge Levee was last inspected on April 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.