Henrietta Reservoir 2
Key Takeaway
Henrietta Reservoir 2 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 90 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02891 |
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
CITY OF HENRIETTA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Henrietta Reservoir 2?
Henrietta Reservoir 2 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 Henrietta Reservoir 2?
Henrietta Reservoir 2 is owned by CITY OF HENRIETTA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henrietta Reservoir 2 built?
Henrietta Reservoir 2 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Henrietta Reservoir 2?
Henrietta Reservoir 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Henrietta Reservoir 2?
Henrietta Reservoir 2 has a dam height of 17 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 Henrietta Reservoir 2 last inspected?
Henrietta Reservoir 2 was last inspected on December 18, 1972. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.