Big Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 334 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05600 |
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
BRISCOE RANCH INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Tank Dam?
Big 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 Big Tank Dam?
Big Tank Dam is owned by BRISCOE RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Tank Dam built?
Big Tank Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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?
Big Tank Dam has a dam height of 14 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.