Nevill Ranch Dam

Brewster, Texas· Built 2000· Concrete· 47 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Nevill Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 47 ft (taller than 91.6% in TX)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage195 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area29 sq mi
Max Discharge7,100 cfs
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDTX07480

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
Last Inspection: May 17, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

NEVILL PROPERTIES LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nevill Ranch Dam?

Nevill Ranch 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 Nevill Ranch Dam?

Nevill Ranch Dam is owned by NEVILL PROPERTIES LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nevill Ranch Dam built?

Nevill Ranch Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Nevill Ranch Dam?

Nevill Ranch Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Nevill Ranch Dam last inspected?

Nevill Ranch Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2016. 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.