Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 788 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 846 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 269 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,630 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06447 |
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
LARRY MILES;MARY MILES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam?
Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 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 Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam?
Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam is owned by LARRY MILES;MARY MILES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam built?
Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam?
Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 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 Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam?
Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?
Cross Timber Ranch Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on November 18, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.