Pierce Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pierce Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 670 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,626 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01593 |
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
LEWIS PIERCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pierce Lake Dam?
Pierce 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 Pierce Lake Dam?
Pierce Lake Dam is owned by LEWIS PIERCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pierce Lake Dam built?
Pierce Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Pierce Lake Dam?
Pierce Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pierce Lake Dam?
Pierce Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Pierce Lake Dam last inspected?
Pierce Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.