Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,710 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00624 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DENTON COUNTY;DENTON COUNTY SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?
Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 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 Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?
Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is owned by DENTON COUNTY;DENTON COUNTY SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam built?
Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?
Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 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 Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam?
Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam last inspected?
Hickory Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.