Fred Martin East Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Fred Martin East Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 866 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02416 |
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
FRED MARTIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fred Martin East Tank Dam?
Fred Martin East 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 Fred Martin East Tank Dam?
Fred Martin East Tank Dam is owned by FRED MARTIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fred Martin East Tank Dam built?
Fred Martin East Tank Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Fred Martin East Tank Dam?
Fred Martin East Tank 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 Fred Martin East Tank Dam?
Fred Martin East Tank Dam has a dam height of 19 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.