Pond C-44

PRAIRIE CREEK· Freestone, Texas· Built 1982· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Pond C-44 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX)
Dam Length950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage726 acre-ft
Normal Storage39 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge5,880 cfs
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDTX07363

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 25, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

LUMINANT MINING COMPANY LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pond C-44?

Pond C-44 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 Pond C-44?

Pond C-44 is owned by LUMINANT MINING COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pond C-44 built?

Pond C-44 was completed in 1982, making it 44 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Pond C-44?

Pond C-44 has a dam height of 30 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 Pond C-44 last inspected?

Pond C-44 was last inspected on May 25, 2010. 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.