Pino Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pino Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03480 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
RALPH CEPERO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pino Lake Dam?
Pino 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 Pino Lake Dam?
Pino Lake Dam is owned by RALPH CEPERO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pino Lake Dam built?
Pino Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Pino Lake Dam?
Pino Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Pino Lake Dam last inspected?
Pino Lake Dam was last inspected on April 6, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.