Pineland Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pineland Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00281 |
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
GEORGE PIRTLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pineland Lake Dam?
Pineland 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 Pineland Lake Dam?
Pineland Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE PIRTLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pineland Lake Dam built?
Pineland Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Pineland Lake Dam?
Pineland 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 Pineland Lake Dam?
Pineland Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.