Aquilla Hackberry Ck Ws Scs Site 15 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Aquilla Hackberry Ck WS SCS Site 15 Dam, located in Hill, Texas, serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Hackberry Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1978 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans 2269 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 1923 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose also includes fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Aquilla Hackberry Ck WS SCS Site 15 Dam has undergone regular inspections, with its condition rated as satisfactory during the latest assessment in April 2021. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 300 feet and is equipped with one slide gate and four uncontrolled outlets. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam's hazard potential is currently deemed not available, highlighting its importance in safeguarding the surrounding area against potential flooding events. This site represents a critical piece of infrastructure in the region's water resource management efforts, reflecting a commitment to effective flood control and environmental protection.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

2269

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

TR-HACKBERRY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

32

Hydraulic Height

38

Drainage Area

26

Nid Storage

1923

Structural Height

38

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 4

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

38
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.