Pine Lake Dam

TR-MARTIN CREEK· Montgomery, Texas· Earth· 19 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pine Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3 cfs
NID IDTX00110

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: Yes
Last Inspection: November 29, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

PINE LAKE CLUB POA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine Lake Dam?

Pine 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 Pine Lake Dam?

Pine Lake Dam is owned by PINE LAKE CLUB POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pine Lake Dam?

Pine 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 Pine Lake Dam?

Pine Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Pine Lake Dam last inspected?

Pine Lake Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2017. 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.