Peddy Lake Dam

UN TR-SOUTH FORK· Wood, Texas· Built 1997· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Peddy Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX)
Dam Length575 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDTX07299

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 7, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

GERALD PEDDY;RENEE PEDDY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Peddy Lake Dam?

Peddy Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Peddy Lake Dam?

Peddy Lake Dam is owned by GERALD PEDDY;RENEE PEDDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Peddy Lake Dam built?

Peddy 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.

How tall is Peddy Lake Dam?

Peddy Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Peddy Lake Dam last inspected?

Peddy Lake Dam was last inspected on October 7, 2009. 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.