Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 992 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05598 |
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
LR HAGY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam?
Bitter Creek 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 Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam?
Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam is owned by LR HAGY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam built?
Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam?
Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam?
Bitter Creek Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.