Pflugerville Dam
Key Takeaway
Pflugerville Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,944 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 180 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 12,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07111 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF PFLUGERVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pflugerville Dam?
Pflugerville Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pflugerville Dam?
Pflugerville Dam is owned by CITY OF PFLUGERVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pflugerville Dam built?
Pflugerville Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Pflugerville Dam?
Pflugerville Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pflugerville Dam?
Pflugerville Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Pflugerville Dam last inspected?
Pflugerville Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.