Pasture Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pasture Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 257 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01878 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
LENA LLOYD MCGUIRE TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pasture Lake Dam?
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 Pasture Lake Dam?
Pasture Lake Dam is owned by LENA LLOYD MCGUIRE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pasture Lake Dam built?
Pasture Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Pasture Lake Dam?
Pasture Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pasture Lake Dam?
Pasture Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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.