Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam

WALTER CREEK· Kendall, Texas· Built 1956· Earth· 39 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage600 acre-ft
Surface Area48 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDTX02726

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 15, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CORDILLERA RANCH LTD;KWW RANCHES LTD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam?

Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam?

Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam is owned by CORDILLERA RANCH LTD;KWW RANCHES LTD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam built?

Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam?

Kww Ranch Lake No 1 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 Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam?

Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?

Kww Ranch Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2014. 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.