Live Oak Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Live Oak Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03006 |
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
SAM COUNTISS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Live Oak Tank Dam?
Live Oak 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 Live Oak Tank Dam?
Live Oak Tank Dam is owned by SAM COUNTISS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Live Oak Tank Dam built?
Live Oak Tank Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Live Oak Tank Dam?
Live Oak 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 Live Oak Tank Dam?
Live Oak Tank Dam has a dam height of 12 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.