Ada Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Ada Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05240 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BILLY DAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ada Tank Dam?
Ada Tank Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ada Tank Dam?
Ada Tank Dam is owned by BILLY DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ada Tank Dam built?
Ada Tank Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Ada Tank Dam?
Ada Tank Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ada Tank Dam?
Ada Tank Dam has a dam height of 18 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.