River Ranch Tank Dam, located in Mitchell County, Texas, on the TR-COLORADO RIVER, stands as a testament to irrigation infrastructure dating back to 1900.
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This private Earth dam, with a height of 15 feet and a length of 400 feet, serves primarily for irrigation purposes, storing a maximum of 90 acre-feet of water. The dam's design features a Buttress core type, but lacks a spillway for controlled water release.
Despite its age, River Ranch Tank Dam's condition remains unrated, presenting a high risk level due to its lack of hazard potential assessment. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are unknown, leaving the surrounding area potentially vulnerable in case of a catastrophic failure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, there is an opportunity to advocate for proper assessment and maintenance of this historic irrigation structure to ensure the safety of both the dam and the community it serves.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COLORADO RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Beals Ck Nr Westbrook
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv At Colorado City
|
0cfs |
Colorado Rv Abv Silver
|
0cfs |
Deep Ck Nr Dunn
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0cfs |
N Concho Rv Abv Sterling City
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0cfs |
N Concho Rv At Sterling City
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308cfs |