Lfd Ranch Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lfd Ranch Lake Dam, located in Riverside, Texas, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1968.
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Summary
Situated along the TR-Kickapoo Creek, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and stretches over 1,154 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 198 acre-feet and a normal storage of 168 acre-feet, this dam serves various purposes beyond just flood control or irrigation.
Despite being non-regulated by the state, Lfd Ranch Lake Dam's high hazard potential and risk assessment rating of "High (2)" highlight the importance of proper maintenance and management of this critical infrastructure. With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," signaling the need for further inspection and potential risk mitigation measures. As an integral part of the local water resource system, it is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and advocate for the proper care of Lfd Ranch Lake Dam to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1154 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KICKAPOO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
198 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Lfd Ranch Lake Dam