Penitas Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Penitas Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 8,910 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 576 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 120 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03787 |
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
TB WAITE JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Penitas Lake Dam?
Penitas 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 Penitas Lake Dam?
Penitas Lake Dam is owned by TB WAITE JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Penitas Lake Dam built?
Penitas Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Penitas Lake Dam?
Penitas Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Penitas Lake Dam?
Penitas Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.