The Duval County Ranch Cochina Tank Dam, located in Duval, Texas, was completed in 1969 and serves as a vital water resource for the area.
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With a primary purpose of providing a fish and wildlife pond, this Earth dam stands at 8 feet tall and stretches for 800 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. Situated on Ygnacio Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, stock watering, and supporting local wildlife.
Despite not being regulated by the state, the Duval County Ranch Cochina Tank Dam has a high hazard potential and is classified as a risk level 2 structure. With no spillway and limited inspection data available, the condition assessment remains unrated. This dam, with its core type of buttress and single outlet gate, is an essential component of the local ecosystem and requires careful monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this structure provides a fascinating insight into the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems in managing water resources and supporting wildlife habitats.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
YGNACIO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
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