Furst Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Furst Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 74.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 15 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 870 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,376 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00607 |
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
OLD WR RANCH I LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Furst Ranch Lake Dam?
Furst 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 Furst Ranch Lake Dam?
Furst Ranch Lake Dam is owned by OLD WR RANCH I LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Furst Ranch Lake Dam built?
Furst Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Furst Ranch Lake Dam?
Furst 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 Furst Ranch Lake Dam?
Furst Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Furst Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Furst Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on November 26, 1975. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.