Koonce Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Koonce Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 79.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 280 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03484 |
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
MB KOONCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Koonce Dam 2?
Koonce Dam 2 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 Koonce Dam 2?
Koonce Dam 2 is owned by MB KOONCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Koonce Dam 2 built?
Koonce Dam 2 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Koonce Dam 2?
Koonce Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Koonce Dam 2?
Koonce Dam 2 has a dam height of 36 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 Koonce Dam 2 last inspected?
Koonce Dam 2 was last inspected on March 2, 1971. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.