Waddell Ranch Dam No 3
Key Takeaway
Waddell Ranch Dam No 3 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 54 ft (taller than 95.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 613 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 488 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 307 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04443 |
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
EARL WADDELL INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Waddell Ranch Dam No 3?
Waddell Ranch Dam No 3 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 Waddell Ranch Dam No 3?
Waddell Ranch Dam No 3 is owned by EARL WADDELL INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waddell Ranch Dam No 3 built?
Waddell Ranch Dam No 3 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Waddell Ranch Dam No 3?
Waddell Ranch Dam No 3 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, 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 Waddell Ranch Dam No 3?
Waddell Ranch Dam No 3 has a dam height of 54 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 Waddell Ranch Dam No 3 last inspected?
Waddell Ranch Dam No 3 was last inspected on September 22, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.