Pinedale Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pinedale Lake Dam, located in Tyler, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1930 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 690 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 490 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Born Branch river and is regulated by the state, with inspection and permitting requirements in place.

Over the years, Pinedale Lake Dam has undergone several structural modifications in 1975, 1988, and 2008 to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet and three uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are not available or rated, respectively, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks.

Overall, Pinedale Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in Smith County, offering a surface area of 28 acres for various water-based activities. With its rich history, picturesque surroundings, and commitment to safety through regular inspections and emergency action preparedness, Pinedale Lake Dam continues to attract water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of this man-made water feature.

Years Modified

1975 - Structural, 1988 - Structural, 2008 - Structural

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

690

Dam Height

23

River Or Stream

BORN BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

28

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

1.5

Nid Storage

490

Structural Height

23

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 3

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

23
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.