Dobie Ranch Tank No 3 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Dobie Ranch Tank No 3 Dam, located in La Salle, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam that was completed in 1941 for the primary purpose of water supply.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 9 feet and has a storage capacity of 248 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Nueces River, this dam plays a vital role in providing water to the surrounding area.

With no regulatory agency overseeing its operations, Dobie Ranch Tank No 3 Dam has a high risk potential, yet its condition remains unrated. Despite the lack of a spillway and limited inspection data, this dam continues to serve as a crucial water resource for the region. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and assess the structural integrity of this dam to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community.

In a landscape where water supply is paramount, Dobie Ranch Tank No 3 Dam serves as a critical infrastructure for the area. As efforts are made to maintain and manage the risk associated with this dam, it is important for stakeholders to prioritize its upkeep and safety to safeguard the water resources that it provides.

Year Completed

1941

Dam Length

1200

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

TR-NUECES RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

9

Nid Storage

248

Structural Height

9

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

9
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.