Rancho Viejo Dam D, located in Cameron County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes along the Resaca del Rancho Viejo stream.
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Standing at a height of 8 feet and a length of 200 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 255 acre-feet and a surface area of 65 acres. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam has a hazard potential rated as "Not Available" and a condition assessment of "Not Rated". While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Although the dam's risk assessment is categorized as "High (2)", specific risk management measures and emergency action plans have not been reported. The structure is not under the jurisdiction of any federal agency, and information regarding the original designer, construction year, and inspection details is currently unavailable. With a single outlet gate and no associated structures, Rancho Viejo Dam D serves as a crucial infrastructure for local irrigation activities within the area. The Galveston District oversees management of the dam, ensuring its operational integrity and compliance with state regulations.
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
RESACA DEL RANCHO VIEJO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
65 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
255 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |