Coker Dam
Key Takeaway
Coker Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,090 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02212 |
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
COKER GASOLINE CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coker Dam?
Coker 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 Coker Dam?
Coker Dam is owned by COKER GASOLINE CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coker Dam built?
Coker Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Coker Dam?
Coker Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Coker Dam?
Coker Dam has a dam height of 27 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.