Aquilla Hackberry Ck Ws Scs Site 17 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Aquilla Hackberry Creek WS SCS Site 17 Dam, located in Hill County, Texas, is a crucial infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1979, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and spans a length of 1180 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 482 acre-feet. Despite its high risk assessment level of 2, the condition of the dam is currently not rated, indicating a need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures.
The dam, situated on Parker Creek, is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes state permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes. While it does not feature a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. The dam's location in the city of Hillsboro serves as a critical asset for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes in addition to its flood risk reduction capabilities. With its strategic positioning and vital role in water resource management, Aquilla Hackberry Creek WS SCS Site 17 Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure in safeguarding against natural disasters and supporting local communities.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
1180 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
PARKER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
1.05 |
Nid Storage |
482 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
|
338cfs |
White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
|
515cfs |
Aquilla Ck Abv Aquilla
|
1cfs |
Nolan Rv At Blum
|
7cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |
Chambers Ck At Fm 55 Nr Avalon
|
8cfs |
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 17 Dam