Cochina Pozo Tank Dam

TR-NUECES RIVER· Dimmit, Texas· Built 1973· Earth· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

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 Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage495 acre-ft
Normal Storage171 acre-ft
Surface Area71 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDTX05595

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BRISCOE RANCH INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.