Apache Tank Dam, located in Webb County, Texas, is a private earth dam with a height of 15 feet and a length of 660 feet.
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The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 188 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 108 acre-feet. Although the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate.
The dam, situated on the TR-Rio Grande river, is not state-regulated but does require state permitting and inspection. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been rated, and there is limited information available regarding its emergency action plan and risk management measures. The risk assessment for the dam is categorized as "High (2)", indicating the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Overall, Apache Tank Dam serves as a crucial water resource in the region, providing storage for irrigation and other purposes. With its unique design and location on the Rio Grande, the dam presents both opportunities and challenges for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and analyze its impact on the surrounding ecosystem and community.
Dam Length |
660 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RIO GRANDE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Nid Storage |
188 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Nueces Rv Nr Asherton
|
0cfs |
Zacate Ck At Laredo
|
0cfs |
Rio Grande At Laredo
|
1760cfs |
Nueces Rv At Cotulla
|
0cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
|
0cfs |