Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 70 ft (taller than 98% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 75 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05113 |
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
BUFFALO CREEK RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1?
Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1 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 Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1?
Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1 is owned by BUFFALO CREEK RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1 built?
Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1 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 Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1?
Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1 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 Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1?
Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1 has a dam height of 70 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 Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1 last inspected?
Hunt Ranch Lake Dam No 1 was last inspected on March 24, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.