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Roy Gwyn Ranch Lake Dam, also known as Roy Gwyn Pond, is a private dam located in Canyon, Texas, along TR-Palo Duro Creek.
Built in 1971 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 550 feet. Its primary purpose is water supply, with a storage capacity of 141 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres.
Although not regulated by the state, Roy Gwyn Ranch Lake Dam has undergone inspections and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and two outlet gates. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, with a hazard potential that is not available. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unavailable. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in March 2006.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Roy Gwyn Ranch Lake Dam presents an interesting case study of a privately owned structure designed for water supply purposes. With its unique design features and modest storage capacity, this dam serves as an essential component of the local water infrastructure in Randall County, Texas. Ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts are crucial to ensuring the safety and functionality of this important water resource asset.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PALO DURO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
141 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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