Pine Ridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Ridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 135 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06493 |
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
HENRY BECK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Ridge Lake Dam?
Pine Ridge 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 Pine Ridge Lake Dam?
Pine Ridge Lake Dam is owned by HENRY BECK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Ridge Lake Dam built?
Pine Ridge Lake Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Pine Ridge Lake Dam?
Pine Ridge Lake Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Pine Ridge Lake Dam?
Pine Ridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Ridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Pine Ridge Lake Dam was last inspected on March 22, 1995. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.