Cameron Ranch Lake No 5 Dam, located in La Salle, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1960.
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The dam has a height of 10 feet and a length of 900 feet, with a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is listed as 'Other', with a hazard potential assessment of 'Not Available' and a condition assessment of 'Not Rated'.
This dam, situated on TR-Quintania Creek, is not regulated by the state and does not have an established emergency action plan or inundation maps prepared. Despite its high risk assessment rating of 2, there are no risk management measures or assigned DSAC date indicated in the data. The dam lacks a spillway and has no locks or drainage area, with a spillway width of zero and no listed maximum discharge.
Overall, Cameron Ranch Lake No 5 Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing a privately owned structure with limited regulatory oversight and risk management measures. The dam's unique design features and lack of certain safety provisions make it a point of interest for further study and analysis in the realm of water resource management and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-QUINTANIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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