Bonita Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Bonita Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05322 |
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
DUNBAR CATTLE COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bonita Tank Dam?
Bonita 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 Bonita Tank Dam?
Bonita Tank Dam is owned by DUNBAR CATTLE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bonita Tank Dam built?
Bonita 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 Bonita Tank Dam?
Bonita Tank Dam has a dam height of 9 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.