Triple S Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Triple S Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 412 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16,186 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00219 |
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
TRIPLE S RANCH INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Triple S Ranch Lake Dam?
Triple S Ranch Lake 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 Triple S Ranch Lake Dam?
Triple S Ranch Lake Dam is owned by TRIPLE S RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Triple S Ranch Lake Dam built?
Triple S Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Triple S Ranch Lake Dam?
Triple S Ranch Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Triple S Ranch Lake Dam?
Triple S Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Triple S Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Triple S Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on October 3, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.