Double D Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Double D Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 427 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,520 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04628 |
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
DAN DUNCAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Double D Ranch Lake Dam?
Double D 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 Double D Ranch Lake Dam?
Double D Ranch Lake Dam is owned by DAN DUNCAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Double D Ranch Lake Dam built?
Double D Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Double D Ranch Lake Dam?
Double D Ranch Lake 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 Double D Ranch Lake Dam?
Double D Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Double D Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Double D Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on May 21, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.