Tovar Ranch Lake No 3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Tovar Ranch Lake No 3 Dam, located in Maverick County, Texas, is a private-owned Earth dam constructed in 1974 with a primary purpose of "Other".
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Summary
This dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 1400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet. Despite its small size, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, particularly for the nearby TR-SAN AMBROSIA CREEK.
Although not regulated by the state, the Tovar Ranch Lake No 3 Dam has a high hazard potential, indicating the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. The dam does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. The risk assessment for this dam is categorized as "High (2)", highlighting the need for effective risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards and protect the surrounding area from flooding.
While data on the condition assessment and emergency action plans for Tovar Ranch Lake No 3 Dam are not available, its presence serves as a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure. With its strategic location and storage capacity, this dam plays a significant role in water management and climate resilience efforts in the region, making it a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and study.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1400 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAN AMBROSIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
192 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Nueces Rv Nr Asherton
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0cfs |
Nueces Rv Bl Uvalde
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1cfs |
Nueces Rv At Cotulla
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0cfs |
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.
Tovar Ranch Lake No 3 Dam