Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam dam
Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam
The Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam, located in Duval County, Texas, was completed in 1969 for the primary purpose of water supply. This private-owned earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 12 feet and stretches for 1200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 480 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for condition assessment, and its hazard potential is not available. The risk assessment for this dam is considered high, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality.
Situated on the TR-SOLEDAD CREEK, the Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam does not have a spillway and is not regulated by the state. With no associated structures and limited information on its current condition, the dam poses a potential risk to the surrounding area in the event of failure. Although it meets the guidelines for emergency action plans, there is no available data on the preparedness and mitigation measures in place. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should closely monitor developments regarding this dam to ensure the safety of the community and the sustainability of its water supply.
As one of the essential water supply structures in Duval County, Texas, the Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam plays a crucial role in maintaining the region's water resources. With a storage capacity of 480 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 62 acre-feet, the dam serves as a vital source of water for the local area. However, the lack of regular inspections and condition assessments raises concerns about the dam's long-term safety and reliability. Efforts should be made to prioritize the maintenance and upkeep of this dam to mitigate potential risks and ensure a sustainable water supply for the community.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer | 33 cfs | → |
| Nueces Rv Nr Tilden | 111 cfs | → |
| Lagarto Ck Nr George West | · | → |
| San Fernando Ck At Alice | 39 cfs | → |
| Frio Rv At Tilden | 0 cfs | → |
| Nueces Rv Nr Three Rivers | 885 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam.
Track Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam
Where does the data for Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Duval County Ranch Conchola Tank Dam.