Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam

TR-LOS OLMOS CREEK· La Salle, Texas· Built 1974· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length2,415 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage274 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDTX04610

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LC TRAYLOR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam?

Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 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 Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam?

Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam is owned by LC TRAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam built?

Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam?

Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam 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 Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam?

Monte Cartado Ranch Tank No 1 Dam has a dam height of 14 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.

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.