Plum Creek Ranch Dam
Key Takeaway
Plum Creek Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 89.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 750 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 438 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00681 |
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
ROBERT DUNLAP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Plum Creek Ranch Dam?
Plum Creek 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 Plum Creek Ranch Dam?
Plum Creek Ranch Dam is owned by ROBERT DUNLAP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Plum Creek Ranch Dam built?
Plum Creek Ranch Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Plum Creek Ranch Dam?
Plum Creek Ranch Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Plum Creek Ranch Dam?
Plum Creek Ranch Dam has a dam height of 44 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.