Walsh Ranch Dam

PATTERSON BRANCH· Parker, Texas· Earth· 25 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Walsh Ranch Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage213 acre-ft
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge11,805 cfs
NID IDTX07518

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 28, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

QUAIL VALLEY DEVCO I LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Walsh Ranch Dam?

Walsh Ranch 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 Walsh Ranch Dam?

Walsh Ranch Dam is owned by QUAIL VALLEY DEVCO I LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Walsh Ranch Dam?

Walsh Ranch Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Walsh Ranch Dam last inspected?

Walsh Ranch Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.