Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01690 |
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
RENDERBROOK SPADE RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam?
Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank 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 Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam?
Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam is owned by RENDERBROOK SPADE RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam built?
Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam?
Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank 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 Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam?
Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam has a dam height of 15 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.