Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 549 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05691 |
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
CLEGG FOWLKES
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam?
Fowlkes 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 Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam?
Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam is owned by CLEGG FOWLKES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam built?
Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam?
Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, 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 Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam?
Fowlkes Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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.