Farias Ranch Lake No 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Farias Ranch Lake No 1 Dam, located in Dimmit, Texas, was completed in 1940 and serves as a private water supply source in the area.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 16 feet and a length of 600 feet, is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. It has a normal storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 180 acre-feet, providing water for various purposes in the region.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is regulated by the state of Texas and is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. It is situated on TR-Comanche Creek and does not have a spillway. The hazard potential of the dam is considered high, with a risk assessment rating of 2. While the condition of the dam is not rated, it is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and assess the infrastructure to ensure its safety and functionality for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COMANCHE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Farias Ranch Lake No 1 Dam