King Tank Dam

TR-ELM CREEK· Maverick, Texas· Built 1963· Earth· 28 ft tall

High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

King Tank Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX)
Dam Length	2,640 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	3.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage	1.3K acre-ft

Surface Area	150 acres
Drainage Area	7 sq mi
Max Discharge	0 cfs
Year Completed	1963 (63 years old)
NID ID	TX03679

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: February 22, 2017

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CAMINO REAL FUELS LLC;JAMES KINCAID

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of King Tank Dam?

King Tank Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates King Tank Dam?

King Tank Dam is owned by CAMINO REAL FUELS LLC;JAMES KINCAID (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was King Tank Dam built?

King Tank Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is King Tank Dam?

King Tank Dam has a dam height of 28 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.

When was King Tank Dam last inspected?

King Tank Dam was last inspected on February 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.