Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 133 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 109 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06887 |
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
CITY OF MINERAL WELLS;PALO PINTO COUNTY MWD 1
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam?
Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir 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 Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam?
Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF MINERAL WELLS;PALO PINTO COUNTY MWD 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam built?
Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam?
Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam?
Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Hilltop Presedimentation Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.