Piney Woods Resort Dam
Key Takeaway
Piney Woods Resort Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05980 |
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
THE GREAT AMERICAN OUTDOOR ADVENT INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Piney Woods Resort Dam?
Piney Woods Resort 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 Piney Woods Resort Dam?
Piney Woods Resort Dam is owned by THE GREAT AMERICAN OUTDOOR ADVENT INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Piney Woods Resort Dam built?
Piney Woods Resort Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Piney Woods Resort Dam?
Piney Woods Resort 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 Piney Woods Resort Dam?
Piney Woods Resort Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Piney Woods Resort Dam last inspected?
Piney Woods Resort Dam was last inspected on April 17, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.