101 Ranch Dam No 8, located in Palo Pinto, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam with a height of 43.5 feet and a length of 516 feet.
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Situated on the Harris Branch river, this dam serves a variety of purposes, including providing water storage of up to 320 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 183 feet and two uncontrolled outlets along with one valve.
Although the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are not currently rated, it is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The risk assessment for 101 Ranch Dam No 8 indicates a moderate risk level (3), highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality. With a drainage area of 6.84 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 191 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and mitigating flood risks for the surrounding area.
As a significant structure in the Fort Worth District, 101 Ranch Dam No 8 is overseen by private owners and operates with state regulatory oversight. While its last inspection took place in December 2015, there is a need for continued vigilance and adherence to risk management measures to ensure the long-term integrity and effectiveness of this essential water resource infrastructure.
Dam Length |
516 |
Dam Height |
43.5 |
River Or Stream |
HARRIS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
43.5 |
Drainage Area |
6.84 |
Nid Storage |
320 |
Structural Height |
43.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
44 |
Brazos Rv Nr Graford
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50cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Palo Pinto
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55cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr South Bend
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28cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Dennis
|
109cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Abv Breckenridge
|
0cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro
|
1cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Sturgis Guest Cabins
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Morning Star
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Crows Point
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Skull Ridge
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Hooten Hollow
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Echo Valley
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