Madrona Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Madrona Ranch Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05851 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DAVID BERRY;DAVID VALDEZ;JOANN LAGEDROST;LOHREN STEVENSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Madrona Ranch Lake Dam?
Madrona Ranch Lake 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 Madrona Ranch Lake Dam?
Madrona Ranch Lake Dam is owned by DAVID BERRY;DAVID VALDEZ;JOANN LAGEDROST;LOHREN STEVENSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Madrona Ranch Lake Dam built?
Madrona 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.
What is the primary purpose of Madrona Ranch Lake Dam?
Madrona 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 Madrona Ranch Lake Dam?
Madrona Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Madrona Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Madrona Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.