Aquilla-Hackberry Ck Ws Scs Site 19a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Aquilla-Hackberry Ck WS SCS Site 19a Dam, located in Hill, Texas, serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area.
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Summary
Built in 1980 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 1150 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the TR-LOVELACE CREEK, covers a surface area of 36 acres and has a drainage area of 1.57 square miles.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Aquilla-Hackberry Ck WS SCS Site 19a Dam is inspected every five years to ensure its fair condition and moderate risk assessment. With uncontrolled spillways and four outlet gates, the dam plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding communities. This site also serves other purposes such as fire protection, stock maintenance, and small fish pond management.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Aquilla-Hackberry Ck WS SCS Site 19a Dam presents a fascinating case study of flood risk reduction infrastructure in Texas. With its unique design features and regulatory oversight, this dam highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the impacts of extreme weather events. As efforts continue to maintain and update this essential structure, it serves as a reminder of the critical role that water resources play in building resilience to climate change.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1297 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LOVELACE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
36 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
1.57 |
Nid Storage |
1150 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Aquilla Ck Abv Aquilla
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1cfs |
Richland Ck At Hwy 22 Nr Mertens
|
338cfs |
White Rk Ck At Fm 308 Nr Irene
|
515cfs |
Nolan Rv At Blum
|
7cfs |
Ash Ck At Hwy 171 Nr Malone
|
865cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Aquilla
|
57cfs |
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 19a Dam