Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam

MEETINGHOUSE BRANCH· Liberty, Texas· Built 1968· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX)
Dam Length698 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage197 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDTX04419

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: October 26, 1978
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BROOKHILL CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam?

Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 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 Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam?

Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam is owned by BROOKHILL CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam built?

Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam?

Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam?

Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 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.

When was Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam last inspected?

Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam was last inspected on October 26, 1978. 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.