Located in Travis County, Texas, the Pflugerville Dam is a local government-owned structure designed by HDR and completed in 2005.
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With a primary purpose of water supply, the earth-type dam stands at a height of 37.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 38.5 feet. Its maximum storage capacity is 3,273 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 1,700 acre-feet and a surface area of 180 acres.
Sitting on the TR-Wilbarger Creek, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 200 feet and outlet gates including three slide gates and one uncontrolled gate. The dam has been inspected regularly, with the latest assessment in July 2017 rating its condition as satisfactory. The risk assessment for the Pflugerville Dam indicates a moderate risk level of 3, with hazard potential information not available.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find the Pflugerville Dam an intriguing structure to study, with its unique design elements and purposeful contribution to water supply in the region. The dam's compliance with state regulations and inspection requirements, along with its risk management measures, make it a significant asset in the local water infrastructure. Its strategic location and features make it a valuable site for further research and monitoring in the realm of water resource management and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
2944 |
Dam Height |
37.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WILBARGER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
180 |
Hydraulic Height |
38.5 |
Drainage Area |
1.88 |
Nid Storage |
3273 |
Structural Height |
46.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 3, Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
47 |