Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 33,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01551 |
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
AEP TEXAS CENTRAL COMPANY
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir?
Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir 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 Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir?
Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir is owned by AEP TEXAS CENTRAL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir built?
Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir?
Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir?
Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir has a dam height of 20 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.
When was Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir last inspected?
Barney M Davis Cooling Reservoir was last inspected on May 27, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.