Pearson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pearson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00677 |
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
RF PEARSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pearson Lake Dam?
Pearson 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 Pearson Lake Dam?
Pearson Lake Dam is owned by RF PEARSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pearson Lake Dam built?
Pearson Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Pearson Lake Dam?
Pearson 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 Pearson Lake Dam?
Pearson Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Pearson Lake Dam last inspected?
Pearson Lake Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.