Located in Ballinger, Texas, the Win-Tex Cattle Feeders Dam is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1970.
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Standing at a height of 14 feet and with a length of 2559 feet, this earth dam serves a primary purpose that is classified as "Other". The dam, built on TR-Coyote Creek, has a maximum storage capacity of 138 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 60 acre-feet.
Despite not having a spillway, the Win-Tex Cattle Feeders Dam poses a high risk due to its condition being rated as "Not Available". The dam's hazard potential is also considered to be high, with no emergency action plan prepared or available. The risk assessment for this structure is classified as a level 2, highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and management to ensure its safety and integrity. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Win-Tex Cattle Feeders Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and risk assessment.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
2559 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COYOTE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
138 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Elm Ck At Ballinger
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Ballinger
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv At Robert Lee
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0cfs |
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
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21cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Cat Claw Ck At Abilene
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1cfs |