Fant Ranch No.
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8 in Knox, Texas, is a private earth dam built in 1972 by the USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes along the Tr- Wichita River S. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 316 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 32 acre-feet and serves an area of 5 acres. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite its age, the condition assessment for Fant Ranch No. 8 is currently listed as "Not Available," and there is no inspection frequency recorded. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 60 feet and outlet gates for water release. The overall risk management measures and emergency preparedness for this structure are not detailed, indicating a potential area for improvement in ensuring the safety and integrity of the dam.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the conservation and management of dams in Texas may find Fant Ranch No. 8 a compelling case study. Its location along the Tr- Wichita River S highlights its importance for water storage and management in the region. As a privately owned structure with ties to the USDA NRCS, the dam presents opportunities for collaboration and innovation in sustainable water resource practices and emergency planning to mitigate potential risks associated with its operation.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
316 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Wichita River S |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
32 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
S Wichita Rv Nr Benjamin
|
1cfs |
N Wichita Rv Nr Truscott
|
14cfs |
Salt Fk Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
|
0cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Rule
|
11cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Seymour
|
284cfs |
Millers Ck Nr Munday
|
0cfs |