Waddell Ranch Lake No 1 Dam, located in Palo Pinto, Texas, was completed in 1959 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and water supply.
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This private earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 29 feet and has a storage capacity of 151 acre-feet. Despite being non-regulated by the state, the dam is regularly inspected and permitted for operation.
Situated along TR-Lake Palo Pinto, the dam does not feature a spillway and is equipped with a single outlet gate. With a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 0, the dam poses a high risk (2) due to its condition being not rated and a lack of available information on emergency action plans. The surrounding area, which includes the city of Brazos, relies on this dam for various water needs, making it a vital resource for the community.
Although the dam's hazard potential and risk assessment are undisclosed, its location within the Fort Worth District underlines its significance in water resource management. Water enthusiasts and climate advocates can appreciate the unique design and purpose of Waddell Ranch Lake No 1 Dam, showcasing the intersection of human intervention and natural ecosystems in sustaining water sources for both wildlife and local populations.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1110 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LAKE PALO PINTO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
151 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto
|
55cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Graford
|
50cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Dennis
|
109cfs |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr South Bend
|
28cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |