Cole Storage Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Cole Storage Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01005 |
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
SUNSHINE STATE OIL AND REF CO
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cole Storage Tank Dam?
Cole Storage 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 Cole Storage Tank Dam?
Cole Storage Tank Dam is owned by SUNSHINE STATE OIL AND REF CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cole Storage Tank Dam built?
Cole Storage Tank Dam was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Cole Storage Tank Dam?
Cole Storage Tank Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cole Storage Tank Dam?
Cole Storage Tank Dam has a dam height of 15 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.