Located in Mitchell, Texas, the Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam stands as a testament to early 20th-century irrigation technology.
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Completed in 1920, this private earth dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation along the TR-Red Bank Creek. Standing at a structural height of 15 feet and a length of 500 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 60 acre-feet.
Despite its age, the Spade Ranch Crane Hollow Tank Dam remains in good condition, with a high risk assessment rating of 2. With no spillway and a hazard potential that is not available, the dam's earth and buttress core type design continues to support the local agricultural community. As a key piece of Texas' irrigation infrastructure, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable water practices in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED BANK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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