Deep Creek Ranch Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Deep Creek Ranch Lake Dam, located in San Saba, Texas, was completed in 1973 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This private Earth-type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 794 feet, with a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is in good condition and has not been rated for risk potential.
The dam, situated on TR-BRADY CREEK, is not regulated by the state and does not have a spillway or locks. While it does not have a designated hazard potential, its risk assessment is considered high. With no recent inspection data available, the dam's emergency action plan status, assessment of risk management measures, and inundation maps prepared remain unknown. As a significant feature in the region's water resource infrastructure, Deep Creek Ranch Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and analyze.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
794 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRADY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
126 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
|
3cfs |
Brady Ck At Brady
|
22cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr San Saba
|
211cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
Llano Rv At Llano
|
263cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Deep Creek Ranch Lake Dam