Weinert Ranch Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Weinert Ranch Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03695 |
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
RK BLUMBERG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weinert Ranch Reservoir Dam?
Weinert Ranch Reservoir 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 Weinert Ranch Reservoir Dam?
Weinert Ranch Reservoir Dam is owned by RK BLUMBERG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weinert Ranch Reservoir Dam built?
Weinert Ranch Reservoir Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Weinert Ranch Reservoir Dam?
Weinert Ranch Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 14 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.