Pearson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pearson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 566 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05992 |
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
CECIL DELANCY;WARREN DRONEBARGER
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 CECIL DELANCY;WARREN DRONEBARGER (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 1980, making it 46 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, Other. 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 23 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 April 5, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.