Pebble Lake Dam
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 Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07039 |
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
MONTGOMERY TRACE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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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.