Heb Detention Pond Dam

ALLIGATOR CREEK· Montgomery, Texas· Built 1993· Earth· 11 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Heb Detention Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage14 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge270 cfs
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDTX09272

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 19, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

H-E-B LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Heb Detention Pond Dam?

Heb Detention Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Heb Detention Pond Dam?

Heb Detention Pond Dam is owned by H-E-B LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Heb Detention Pond Dam built?

Heb Detention Pond Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Heb Detention Pond Dam?

Heb Detention Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Heb Detention Pond Dam?

Heb Detention Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Heb Detention Pond Dam last inspected?

Heb Detention Pond Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.