House Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
House Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02315 |
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
ROGERS DENTONIO RANCH LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of House Tank Dam?
House 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 House Tank Dam?
House Tank Dam is owned by ROGERS DENTONIO RANCH LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was House Tank Dam built?
House Tank Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is House Tank Dam?
House Tank Dam has a dam height of 16 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.