101 Ranch Dam No 4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

101 Ranch Dam No 4, located in Palo Pinto, Texas, serves as a crucial water resource structure on the Harris Branch, with a primary purpose categorized as "Other." This private earth dam with a buttress core type stands at a height of 25.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 474 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam, completed in an unspecified year, spans 1168 feet in length and covers a surface area of 38 acres.

With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, this dam features an uncontrolled spillway type with a width of 115 feet. The outlet gates consist of a slide (sluice gate) and an uncontrolled gate to manage water discharge. Despite being state permitted and inspected, it is not regulated or enforced by state agencies. The last inspection was conducted in December 2015, with a hazard potential and condition assessment currently labeled as "Not Available" and "Not Rated," respectively.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, 101 Ranch Dam No 4 presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned structure contributing to water management in the region. Its unique design and historical significance add to the allure of understanding its role in the local ecosystem. Further research and exploration into this dam can offer valuable insights into the intersection of infrastructure, natural resources, and environmental stewardship.

Dam Length

1168

Dam Height

25.2

River Or Stream

HARRIS BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

38

Hydraulic Height

25.2

Drainage Area

1.76

Nid Storage

474

Structural Height

25.2

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.