Pilla Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Pilla Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07177 |
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
BRISCOE RANCH INC;SM ENERGY COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pilla Tank Dam?
Pilla 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 Pilla Tank Dam?
Pilla Tank Dam is owned by BRISCOE RANCH INC;SM ENERGY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pilla Tank Dam built?
Pilla Tank Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Pilla Tank Dam?
Pilla Tank Dam has a dam height of 11 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.