Bruni Ranch No 1-78 Dam
Key Takeaway
Bruni Ranch No 1-78 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06299 |
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
MRS BRUNI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bruni Ranch No 1-78 Dam?
Bruni Ranch No 1-78 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 Bruni Ranch No 1-78 Dam?
Bruni Ranch No 1-78 Dam is owned by MRS BRUNI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bruni Ranch No 1-78 Dam built?
Bruni Ranch No 1-78 Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Bruni Ranch No 1-78 Dam?
Bruni Ranch No 1-78 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.