Bracken Ranch Lake Dam, located in McMullen, Texas, was completed in 1967 and stands at a height of 14 feet.
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This private earth dam serves primarily as a water supply source, with a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet and a normal storage of 40 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-BLACK HILL HOLLOW river or stream, under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas.
Despite being a non-federally regulated structure, Bracken Ranch Lake Dam has a high-risk potential, with a hazard rating of "Not Available" and a condition assessment of "Not Rated". The dam lacks a spillway and associated locks, and its outlet gates are listed as "None - 1". While the dam's risk management measures are not specified, its risk assessment indicates a high level of risk.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the state of dams in Texas, Bracken Ranch Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study. With its unique design features and high-risk potential, this earth dam serves as a focal point for discussions on dam safety and management in the region.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLACK HILL HOLLOW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
106 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Frio Rv At Tilden
|
0cfs |
San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden
|
0cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Tilden
|
0cfs |
Choke Canyon Res Owc Nr Three Rivers
|
34cfs |
Atascosa Rv At Whitsett
|
0cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Three Rivers
|
29cfs |