Forrest Hills Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Forrest Hills Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 4,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00084 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JTS CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Forrest Hills Lake Dam?
Forrest Hills Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Forrest Hills Lake Dam?
Forrest Hills Lake Dam is owned by JTS CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Forrest Hills Lake Dam built?
Forrest Hills Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Forrest Hills Lake Dam?
Forrest Hills Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Forrest Hills Lake Dam?
Forrest Hills Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Forrest Hills Lake Dam last inspected?
Forrest Hills Lake Dam was last inspected on June 26, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.