Cochina Pozo Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Cochina Pozo Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 495 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 71 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05595 |
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 Cochina Pozo Tank Dam?
Cochina Pozo 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 Cochina Pozo Tank Dam?
Cochina Pozo Tank Dam is owned by BRISCOE RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cochina Pozo Tank Dam built?
Cochina Pozo Tank Dam 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.
How tall is Cochina Pozo Tank Dam?
Cochina Pozo Tank Dam has a dam height of 7 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.