Aquilla Hackberry Ck Ws Scs Site 20 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Aquilla Hackberry Ck WS SCS Site 20 Dam, located in Hill County, Texas, stands as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the Hackberry Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 32 feet high and spans 3435 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1367 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.2 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 150 feet, along with outlet gates for water release. While the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam are not currently available, it is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Additionally, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock water supply, and flood risk reduction, highlighting its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
With moderate risk assessment and no reported emergency action plan in place, the Aquilla Hackberry Ck WS SCS Site 20 Dam underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks and ensure its continued functionality. As a key infrastructure owned by the local government, this dam serves as a critical component in the overall water management system, demonstrating the intersection of water resource management, climate adaptation, and community safety in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
3435 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HACKBERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
2.2 |
Nid Storage |
1367 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Aquilla Ck Abv Aquilla
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1cfs |
Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
|
338cfs |
Nolan Rv At Blum
|
7cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Aquilla
|
57cfs |
White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
|
515cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Aquilla Hackberry Ck Ws Scs Site 20 Dam
Aquilla Lk Abv Aquilla