Located in Webb, Texas, the Ojita Tank Dam stands as a testament to water resource management since its completion in 1938.
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This private-owned earth dam, with a height of 16 feet and a length of 150 feet, serves the primary purpose of water storage with a capacity of 200 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-San Lorenzo Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and storage in the region.
Despite not being regulated by the state, the Ojita Tank Dam has undergone state permitting and inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With no spillway and a hazard potential deemed as not available, the dam still poses a high risk, highlighting the importance of proper risk management measures. As a vital infrastructure in the area, the Ojita Tank Dam contributes to water resource conservation and climate resilience efforts in Texas, making it a significant site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1938 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAN LORENZO CREEKK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Nueces Rv Nr Asherton
|
0cfs |
Nueces Rv At Cotulla
|
0cfs |
Zacate Ck At Laredo
|
0cfs |
Rio Grande At Laredo
|
1760cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
|
0cfs |
Frio Rv Nr Derby
|
0cfs |