Aquilla Hackberry Creek Watershed Structure SCS Gss 14 2, located in Hill County, Texas, is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure managed by the local government.
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Built in 1975 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 21 feet tall and spans 713 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. It serves multiple purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and flood risk reduction along the Hackberry Creek.
The dam, regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, plays a crucial role in mitigating the risk of flooding in the area, with a high risk assessment rating of 2. Despite its importance, the condition of the structure is currently not rated, and there is no available information on its hazard potential or emergency action plan. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and maintain such critical infrastructure to ensure the safety and resilience of the surrounding community in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
713 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HACKBERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.27 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Nolan Rv At Blum
|
7cfs |
Aquilla Ck Abv Aquilla
|
1cfs |
Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
|
338cfs |
White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
|
515cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Aquilla
|
57cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |