Staway Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Staway Ranch Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 112 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 34 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00229 |
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
EAGLES NEST RESERVE RANCH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Staway Ranch Lake Dam?
Staway Ranch Lake 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 Staway Ranch Lake Dam?
Staway Ranch Lake Dam is owned by EAGLES NEST RESERVE RANCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Staway Ranch Lake Dam built?
Staway Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Staway Ranch Lake Dam?
Staway Ranch Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Staway Ranch Lake Dam?
Staway Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Staway Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Staway Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.