Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 708 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 308 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 813 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04338 |
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
TOMMIE BROYLES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam?
Ellaine Grande 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 Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam?
Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam is owned by TOMMIE BROYLES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam built?
Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam?
Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam?
Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Ellaine Grande Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on April 2, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.