Pino Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pino Lake Dam, located in Comanche, Texas, was completed in 1968 and stands at a height of 33 feet.


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Summary

This private earth dam on the TR-Sabana River serves a primary purpose that is classified as 'Other', with a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled and measures 20 feet in width, while its surface area covers 22 acres within a drainage area of 3.2 square miles.

Despite being privately owned, Pino Lake Dam falls under state permitting and inspection regulations, with the state of Texas overseeing these aspects. The dam has not been rated for its current condition, but its hazard potential is listed as 'Not Available'. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 3.

With a designer listed as 'NO DATA FOR ORIGINAL DESIGNER' and associated structures being none, Pino Lake Dam remains a significant feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area. Its historical and functional importance, coupled with its moderate risk level, underscores the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of this vital water management structure.

Years Modified

2005 - Other

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

TR-SABANA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Hydraulic Height

33

Drainage Area

3.2

Nid Storage

250

Structural Height

33

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

33
       
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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.