Big Tank Dam Nunley
Key Takeaway
Big Tank Dam Nunley is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 672 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 362 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 103 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02275 |
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
ROBERT NUNLEY JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Tank Dam Nunley?
Big Tank Dam Nunley 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 Big Tank Dam Nunley?
Big Tank Dam Nunley is owned by ROBERT NUNLEY JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Tank Dam Nunley built?
Big Tank Dam Nunley was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Big Tank Dam Nunley?
Big Tank Dam Nunley has a dam height of 21 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.