The Tumco Monticello Mine Dam H-4, located in Titus County, Texas, was completed in 1996 and serves as a tailings dam with a primary purpose of storing tailings from mining operations.
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This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a length of 1200 feet, providing a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Blundell Creek and is not regulated by the state, but is subject to state permitting and inspections.
With a surface area of 24.5 acres and a drainage area of 2.34 square miles, the Tumco Monticello Mine Dam H-4 poses a high risk due to its storage capacity and potential impact in the event of a failure. Despite being rated as not available for hazard potential and not rated for condition assessment, the dam is equipped with a spillway type of None and one outlet gate. While the dam has not been inspected recently and does not have an emergency action plan in place, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and advocate for proper maintenance and risk management measures to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLUNDELL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24.5 |
Drainage Area |
2.34 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |