Pilant Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pilant Lake Dam, located in Fort Bend, Texas, was completed in 1960 and serves as a critical structure for fish and wildlife conservation.


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Summary

With a dam height of 7 feet and a length of 6500 feet, the earth structure is supported by buttress core types. Despite being assessed as not rated for condition, the dam has a high risk level of 2, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance.

Managed by the state regulatory agency TCEQ, Pilant Lake Dam is used primarily for fish and wildlife pond purposes, with a storage capacity of 392 acre-feet. The dam lacks a spillway and associated locks, indicating a simpler design compared to other structures. The last inspection date was in 1983, underscoring the need for updated evaluations to ensure the safety and reliability of the dam.

Although information about the dam's surface area, drainage area, and spillway width is not available, the structure's significance in providing recreational opportunities cannot be understated. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of Pilant Lake Dam sheds light on the intersection of infrastructure, environmental conservation, and public engagement in safeguarding our natural resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

6500

Dam Height

7

River Or Stream

OFF CH-BIG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

7

Nid Storage

392

Structural Height

7

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

7
       
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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.