Shadow Dance Ranch Dam
Key Takeaway
Shadow Dance Ranch Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 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 | 35 ft (taller than 77.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 377 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04790 |
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
JACK WHEELER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shadow Dance Ranch Dam?
Shadow Dance Ranch 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 Shadow Dance Ranch Dam?
Shadow Dance Ranch Dam is owned by JACK WHEELER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shadow Dance Ranch Dam built?
Shadow Dance Ranch Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Shadow Dance Ranch Dam?
Shadow Dance Ranch Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Shadow Dance Ranch Dam?
Shadow Dance Ranch Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Shadow Dance Ranch Dam last inspected?
Shadow Dance Ranch Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.