Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03097 |
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
ARROWHEAD RANCH CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam?
Arrowhead 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 Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam is owned by ARROWHEAD RANCH CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam built?
Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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.