Piedra Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Piedra Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,037 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06648 |
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
EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Piedra Tank Dam?
Piedra 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 Piedra Tank Dam?
Piedra Tank Dam is owned by EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Piedra Tank Dam built?
Piedra Tank Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Piedra Tank Dam?
Piedra Tank Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Piedra Tank Dam?
Piedra Tank Dam has a dam height of 14 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.