Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1 is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 404 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,251 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05986 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TRAVISSO LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1?
Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1?
Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1 is owned by TRAVISSO LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1 built?
Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1?
Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1 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 Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1?
Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1 has a dam height of 38 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 Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1 last inspected?
Nameless Valley Ranch Dam No 1 was last inspected on November 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.