Pebble Lake Dam

TR-LAKE CREEK· Montgomery, Texas· Built 1997· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pebble Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage231 acre-ft
Normal Storage164 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDTX07039

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: Yes
Last Inspection: June 20, 2001
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

MONTGOMERY TRACE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pebble Lake Dam?

Pebble 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 Pebble Lake Dam?

Pebble Lake Dam is owned by MONTGOMERY TRACE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pebble Lake Dam built?

Pebble Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Pebble Lake Dam?

Pebble Lake Dam 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 Pebble Lake Dam?

Pebble Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Pebble Lake Dam last inspected?

Pebble Lake Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2001. 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.