Cowan Dam
Key Takeaway
Cowan Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 629 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06087 |
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
JOHN COWAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cowan Dam?
Cowan 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 Cowan Dam?
Cowan Dam is owned by JOHN COWAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cowan Dam built?
Cowan Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Cowan Dam?
Cowan Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cowan Dam?
Cowan Dam has a dam height of 20 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.