Medio De Llano Tank Dam, located in McMullen County, Texas, was completed in 1969 and serves as an essential water resource for the region.
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This private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet, with a storage capacity of 453 acre-feet and a surface area of 33 acres. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and carries a high risk potential.
The primary purpose of Medio De Llano Tank Dam is listed as 'Other', indicating its significance for various water resource management activities. It is situated along the Caballo Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the state permitting and inspection regulations. The dam lacks a spillway and features a single outlet gate, emphasizing the need for regular monitoring and risk management measures to ensure its structural integrity and prevent potential hazards.
The Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers oversees the Medio De Llano Tank Dam, although it is not a federal-owned structure. With its vital role in providing water storage for the area, enthusiasts and stakeholders in water resource management and climate change should keep a close eye on this dam's maintenance and risk assessment processes to sustain its functionality and prevent any unforeseen disasters.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
980 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
CABALLO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
453 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Nueces Rv Nr Tilden
|
0cfs |
Frio Rv At Tilden
|
0cfs |
San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden
|
0cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
|
0cfs |
Choke Canyon Res Owc Nr Three Rivers
|
34cfs |
Nueces Rv At Cotulla
|
0cfs |