San Ramon Dam
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 Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 528 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 287 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02251 |
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
ISAURO MARTINEZ JR
Private
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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.