Henrietta Reservoir 2

LITTLE WICHITA RIVER· Clay, Texas· Built 1972· Gravity· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

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 Length90 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage215 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDTX02891

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 18, 1972
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CITY OF HENRIETTA

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.