Waggoner Ranch Lake No 4 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Waggoner Ranch Lake No 4 Dam, located in Baylor County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1966.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a length of 650 feet, with a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is listed as "Other", and it serves as a vital structure for water resource management in the area.

The dam is situated on TR-Sadler Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas. While it is not regulated by the state, it does require permitting and inspection. The dam does not have a spillway and is rated as having a high risk potential. Despite being ungraded in terms of condition assessment, the dam plays a crucial role in the region's water storage and management, particularly during times of drought and fluctuating climate conditions.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Waggoner Ranch Lake No 4 Dam to be an intriguing structure that highlights the importance of proper dam maintenance and management. With a high risk potential and a significant storage capacity, this earth dam serves as a crucial component of the local water infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, dams like Waggoner Ranch Lake No 4 Dam will play a vital role in ensuring water security and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

650

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

TR-SADLER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14

Hydraulic Height

12

Nid Storage

125

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.