Carter Ranch Dam

TR-DOE CREEK· Collin, Texas· Earth· 34 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Carter Ranch Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	34 ft (taller than 76% in TX)
Dam Length	675 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	136 acre-ft
Normal Storage	110 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	6,766 cfs
NID ID	TX07246

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: June 12, 2018

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CARTER RANCH 2A HOA;CENTURION ACQUISITIONS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carter Ranch Dam?

Carter Ranch Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Carter Ranch Dam?

Carter Ranch Dam is owned by CARTER RANCH 2A HOA;CENTURION ACQUISITIONS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Carter Ranch Dam?

Carter Ranch 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 Carter Ranch Dam?

Carter Ranch Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Carter Ranch Dam last inspected?

Carter Ranch Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.