Kings Mine Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Kings Mine Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 75 ft (taller than 98.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | TX07308 |
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
US STEEL TUBULAR PRODUCTS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kings Mine Reservoir Dam?
Kings Mine Reservoir 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 Kings Mine Reservoir Dam?
Kings Mine Reservoir Dam is owned by US STEEL TUBULAR PRODUCTS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Kings Mine Reservoir Dam?
Kings Mine Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 75 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 Kings Mine Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Kings Mine Reservoir Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.