Van Meter Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Van Meter Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,337 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03012 |
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
GEORGE JAMBERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Meter Tank Dam?
Van Meter 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 Van Meter Tank Dam?
Van Meter Tank Dam is owned by GEORGE JAMBERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Meter Tank Dam built?
Van Meter Tank Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Van Meter Tank Dam?
Van Meter Tank Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Van Meter Tank Dam?
Van Meter 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.