Hi View Ranch Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Ellis, Texas, the Hi View Ranch Lake Dam is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Completed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and spans 900 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 900 acre-feet. Situated on the South Prong Creek, this dam enhances agricultural activities in the area while also providing opportunities for recreational activities.

Managed and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Hi View Ranch Lake Dam is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite its high hazard potential, with a risk assessment rating of 2, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated. With no spillway and limited discharge capacity, the dam relies on its outlet gates for water release.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Hi View Ranch Lake Dam presents a fascinating case study of a privately owned structure supporting irrigation and recreation. With its unique design and historical significance, this dam continues to play a crucial role in water management in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure development and regulatory oversight in safeguarding our water resources.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

900

Dam Height

40

River Or Stream

TR-SOUTH PRONG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

27

Hydraulic Height

40

Nid Storage

900

Structural Height

40

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

40
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.