Hopson Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Hopson Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00870 |
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
CAROLUS VOLLEMAN;ENGELINE VOLLEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hopson Dam No 1?
Hopson Dam No 1 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 Hopson Dam No 1?
Hopson Dam No 1 is owned by CAROLUS VOLLEMAN;ENGELINE VOLLEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hopson Dam No 1 built?
Hopson Dam No 1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Hopson Dam No 1?
Hopson Dam No 1 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 Hopson Dam No 1?
Hopson Dam No 1 has a dam height of 20 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 Hopson Dam No 1 last inspected?
Hopson Dam No 1 was last inspected on September 2, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.