Waggoner Ranch Lake No 3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Waggoner Ranch Lake No 3 Dam, located in Wilbarger, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1966 with a primary purpose listed as "Other." This dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a length of 500 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam is situated on TR-LONG CREEK and is regulated by the state permitting and inspection agencies.
Despite having a high hazard potential, Waggoner Ranch Lake No 3 Dam is currently not rated for its condition assessment. With no spillway and limited structural features, the dam poses a risk to the surrounding area in the event of a failure. However, no emergency action plan or risk management measures have been reported for this structure, emphasizing the need for further evaluation and potentially necessary improvements to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Waggoner Ranch Lake No 3 Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam in Texas with a unique design and purpose. The dam's history, construction details, and lack of regulatory oversight raise questions about the management of such structures and the potential risks they pose to communities and ecosystems. As discussions around dam safety and resilience continue to evolve, the case of Waggoner Ranch Lake No 3 Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive monitoring and maintenance to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the long-term sustainability of water resources.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LONG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Beaver Ck Nr Electra
|
2cfs |
S Side Canal Nr Dundee
|
0cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Mabelle
|
1cfs |
Pease Rv Nr Vernon
|
4cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Seymour
|
312cfs |
Brazos Rv At Seymour
|
31cfs |
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.
Waggoner Ranch Lake No 3 Dam
Lk Electra Nr Electra