The Ranch Marsh Dam
Key Takeaway
The Ranch Marsh Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03926 |
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
RANCH MARSH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of The Ranch Marsh Dam?
The Ranch Marsh 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 The Ranch Marsh Dam?
The Ranch Marsh Dam is owned by RANCH MARSH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was The Ranch Marsh Dam built?
The Ranch Marsh Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 The Ranch Marsh Dam?
The Ranch Marsh 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 The Ranch Marsh Dam?
The Ranch Marsh Dam has a dam height of 30 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 The Ranch Marsh Dam last inspected?
The Ranch Marsh Dam was last inspected on February 8, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.