Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam

EAST PRONG NUECES RIVER· Real, Texas· Built 1971· Gravity· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDTX05042

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 14, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

CAMP EAGLE

Private

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam?

Eagle Ranch Lake No2 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 Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam?

Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam is owned by CAMP EAGLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam built?

Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam?

Eagle Ranch Lake No2 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 Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam?

Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam last inspected?

Eagle Ranch Lake No2 Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2009. 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.