Big Rock Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Rock Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 940 ft |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | TX07118 |
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
BROOKE BAUER;LANE BAUER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Rock Ranch Lake Dam?
Big Rock 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 Big Rock Ranch Lake Dam?
Big Rock Ranch Lake Dam is owned by BROOKE BAUER;LANE BAUER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Big Rock Ranch Lake Dam?
Big Rock Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.
When was Big Rock Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Big Rock Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.