Pond G-11
Key Takeaway
Pond G-11 is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 219 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,486 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07362 |
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
LUMINANT MINING COMPANY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pond G-11?
Pond G-11 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 Pond G-11?
Pond G-11 is owned by LUMINANT MINING COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pond G-11 built?
Pond G-11 was completed in 1998, making it 28 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Pond G-11?
Pond G-11 has a dam height of 17 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 G-11 last inspected?
Pond G-11 was last inspected on April 13, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.