Ben L Parker Ranch Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Ben L Parker Ranch Dam, also known as Parker Ranch, is a private dam located in Pleasanton, Texas, along the TR-Atascosa River.
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Summary
Built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 910 feet in length, serving primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. With a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, stock watering, and recreational activities in the area.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is regulated and inspected by the state of Texas, ensuring its safety and compliance with relevant standards. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, the dam is closely monitored for any potential hazards, although its overall condition remains unrated. The absence of a spillway and limited discharge capacity raises concerns, highlighting the importance of continued maintenance and risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding community and wildlife.
In the picturesque landscape of Atascosa County, Ben L Parker Ranch Dam stands as a vital resource for water conservation and habitat preservation. As climate change impacts water resources and ecosystems, the dam's role in supporting fish and wildlife populations becomes increasingly critical. With ongoing state inspections and regulatory oversight, the dam serves as a testament to the partnership between private owners and government agencies in ensuring the sustainability and safety of water infrastructure in Texas.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
910 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ATASCOSA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.86 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Ben L Parker Ranch Dam