Spur Headquarters Ranch Dam
Key Takeaway
Spur Headquarters Ranch Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 407 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01381 |
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
ORAN JAMES BARRON JR ET UX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spur Headquarters Ranch Dam?
Spur Headquarters Ranch 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 Spur Headquarters Ranch Dam?
Spur Headquarters Ranch Dam is owned by ORAN JAMES BARRON JR ET UX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spur Headquarters Ranch Dam built?
Spur Headquarters Ranch Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Spur Headquarters Ranch Dam?
Spur Headquarters Ranch 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.