Situated in Palo Pinto, Texas, the 101 Ranch Dam No 10 is a private-owned earthen structure with a primary purpose listed as "Other." Standing at a height of 30.3 feet and a length of 418 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 6.09 square miles.
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The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 120 feet and is equipped with one slide gate and two uncontrolled gates for water release.
Despite being located in an area with a moderate risk assessment, the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are currently listed as "Not Available" and "Not Rated," respectively. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in December 2015, with the frequency of inspections and emergency preparedness information being unspecified. With no associated locks and a relatively small surface area of 9 acres, the 101 Ranch Dam No 10 presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of private dams in Texas.
As part of the Fort Worth District, the dam falls under state jurisdiction but is not regulated by the state. With state permitting and inspection processes in place, the dam's operations do not involve federal agencies, funding, or designations. The dam's design features a buttress core type on an unlisted foundation, highlighting the unique engineering aspects of the structure. With its location and specifications, the 101 Ranch Dam No 10 offers a fascinating glimpse into the intricate network of dams that play a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Texas.
Dam Length |
418 |
Dam Height |
30.3 |
River Or Stream |
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Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
30.3 |
Drainage Area |
6.09 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
30.3 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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
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0cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro
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1cfs |
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