Hempel Dam
Key Takeaway
Hempel Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 636 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01777 |
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
MELVIN HEMPEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hempel Dam?
Hempel 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 Hempel Dam?
Hempel Dam is owned by MELVIN HEMPEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hempel Dam built?
Hempel Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Hempel Dam?
Hempel Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hempel Dam?
Hempel Dam has a dam height of 22 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.