Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01433 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALAMO ANGUS RANCH INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam?
Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam?
Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam is owned by ALAMO ANGUS RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam built?
Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam?
Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam?
Alamo Angus Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.