Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 728 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05612 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CHRIS SCHARBAUER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam?
Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam?
Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam is owned by CHRIS SCHARBAUER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam built?
Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam?
Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam?
Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam last inspected?
Weymouth Ranch Lower Lake Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.