Hoop and Holler Lake No 1 Dam
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 Length | 698 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 197 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04419 |
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
BROOKHILL CORPORATION
Private
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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.