San Ramon Dam

BECERRA CREEK· Webb, Texas· Built 1927· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

San Ramon Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage528 acre-ft
Normal Storage287 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1927 (99 years old)
NID IDTX02251

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: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

ISAURO MARTINEZ JR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of San Ramon Dam?

San Ramon 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 San Ramon Dam?

San Ramon Dam is owned by ISAURO MARTINEZ JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was San Ramon Dam built?

San Ramon Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 San Ramon Dam?

San Ramon Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is San Ramon Dam?

San Ramon Dam has a dam height of 12 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.