Hammond Ranch Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Hammond Ranch Lake Dam, located in Brewster, Texas, was completed in 1979 and stands at a height of 16 feet, serving the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
This private earth dam, with a length of 585 feet and a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the area. The dam is situated on the Paint Draw river or stream and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas.
Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the condition of Hammond Ranch Lake Dam is currently not rated, with no recent inspection data available. The absence of a spillway and limited structural details add to the complexity of managing this water resource structure. In the face of climate change challenges, water resource enthusiasts closely monitor the dam's condition and potential risks to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding environment and communities.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
585 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
PAINT DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Hammond Ranch Lake Dam