Located in Bastrop, Texas, the Pine Forest Golf Club Dam is a private irrigation structure designed by JAMES H DUKE, JR, PE, and completed in 1979.
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The dam, classified as an Earth type with a height of 27 feet, serves the primary purpose of irrigation for the Pine Forest Golf Club. With a storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.1 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in supplying water for the club's irrigation needs.
Situated on the TR-COLORADO RIVER, the Pine Forest Golf Club Dam has a high risk assessment rating of 2 due to its hazard potential being labeled as "Not Available." Despite not having a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate. The structure is not regulated by the state and has not undergone a condition assessment, but it is subject to state permitting and inspection. The dam's location at the intersection of water resource management and recreational activities highlights its importance in sustaining both the environment and the local community.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Pine Forest Golf Club Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately-owned irrigation structure with a significant impact on the surrounding area. As a vital component of the Pine Forest Golf Club's operations, the dam exemplifies the intersection of human infrastructure with natural resources, serving as a crucial water source for maintaining the golf course's lush greenery. With its unique design and high-risk assessment, the dam stands as a testament to the complex challenges and opportunities presented by managing water resources in an era of climate uncertainty.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COLORADO RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
20 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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