Pin Oak Reservoir Levee Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pin Oak Reservoir Levee in Liberty, Texas, is a key structure designed for irrigation purposes, completed in 1968 by an unidentified designer.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 12 feet and a length of 19,369 feet, this earth dam with stone core types serves as a crucial water resource in the region. With a maximum storage capacity of 5,000 acre-feet and a normal storage of 2,509 acre-feet, the reservoir plays a vital role in water management and agriculture in the area.

Managed and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Pin Oak Reservoir Levee has inspection, permitting, and enforcement mechanisms in place to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being rated as high risk, the dam's condition is not rated, and there is limited data on its hazard potential. The structure features outlet gates for controlled water release and has not experienced any modifications in recent years, highlighting its reliability in water resource management.

Located near the Ch-Luce Bayou, the Pin Oak Reservoir Levee is a significant component of the Fort Worth District's water infrastructure. With a congressman representing the area in the form of Brian Babin (R), the dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities and maintaining water security in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like the Pin Oak Reservoir Levee are essential for sustainable water management and mitigating the effects of a changing climate.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

19369

Dam Height

7

River Or Stream

OFF CH-LUCE BAYOU

Hydraulic Height

7

Nid Storage

5000

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled - 1, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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.