Matador Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Matador Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03254 |
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
TRIANGLE RANCH B THOMPSON MGR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Matador Tank Dam?
Matador 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 Matador Tank Dam?
Matador Tank Dam is owned by TRIANGLE RANCH B THOMPSON MGR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Matador Tank Dam built?
Matador Tank Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Matador Tank Dam?
Matador 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 Matador Tank Dam?
Matador Tank Dam has a dam height of 20 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.