Moorehouse Brothers Ranch Lake Dam, located in Knox, Texas, was completed in 1967 and stands at a height of 10 feet with a length of 600 feet.
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The primary purpose of this earth dam, with a buttress core type, is listed as "Other," serving as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area. The dam has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 48 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres.
Although the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. The risk assessment for Moorehouse Brothers Ranch Lake Dam indicates a high risk level of 2, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam does undergo state permitting and inspection processes. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Moorehouse Brothers Ranch Lake Dam to be an intriguing structure to monitor due to its historical significance and vital role in managing water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SMELTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
S Wichita Rv Nr Benjamin
|
1cfs |
N Wichita Rv Nr Truscott
|
14cfs |
Salt Fk Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
|
0cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Rule
|
11cfs |
Millers Ck Nr Munday
|
0cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Seymour
|
284cfs |