The Allerkamp Ranch Lake Dam, located in La Salle, Texas, was completed in 1950 and stands at a height of 18 feet with a length of 1200 feet.
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This earth dam, with a buttress core type, serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-Nueces River and is managed by a private owner.
Despite not being regulated by the state, the Allerkamp Ranch Lake Dam poses a high risk (2) and has not been rated for its condition assessment. With no spillway and limited information on inspections and emergency preparedness, the dam is surrounded by a surface area of 3.3 acres but has not been associated with any other structures. The risk management measures and guidelines for emergency action plans are also not readily available.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find the Allerkamp Ranch Lake Dam an intriguing structure due to its unique design and high-risk classification. With limited information on its condition assessment and emergency preparedness, there is a need for further evaluation and potential improvements to ensure the safety and stability of this dam in the face of potential natural disasters and climate-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NUECES RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
192 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Nueces Rv At Cotulla
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0cfs |
Frio Rv Nr Derby
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0cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Asherton
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0cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
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0cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Tilden
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0cfs |
Frio Rv At Tilden
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0cfs |