Pin Tail Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pin Tail Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05846 |
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
BEAVER CREEK LANDOWNERS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pin Tail Lake Dam?
Pin Tail 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 Pin Tail Lake Dam?
Pin Tail Lake Dam is owned by BEAVER CREEK LANDOWNERS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pin Tail Lake Dam built?
Pin Tail 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 Pin Tail Lake Dam?
Pin Tail 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 Pin Tail Lake Dam?
Pin Tail 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.
When was Pin Tail Lake Dam last inspected?
Pin Tail Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.