Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 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 | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 342 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,733 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02899 |
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
CHAMPION DOMAIN LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam?
Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam 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 Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam?
Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam is owned by CHAMPION DOMAIN LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam built?
Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam?
Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam?
Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Purple Sage Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on January 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.