Lfd Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lfd Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,154 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05160 |
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
LFD RANCH LAKE DAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lfd Ranch Lake Dam?
Lfd 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 Lfd Ranch Lake Dam?
Lfd Ranch Lake Dam is owned by LFD RANCH LAKE DAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lfd Ranch Lake Dam built?
Lfd Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Lfd Ranch Lake Dam?
Lfd Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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.