Cook Levee
Key Takeaway
Cook Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,728 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06277 |
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
PV COOK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cook Levee?
Cook Levee 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 Cook Levee?
Cook Levee is owned by PV COOK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cook Levee built?
Cook Levee was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Cook Levee?
Cook Levee serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cook Levee?
Cook Levee 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.