Hugghins Dam
Key Takeaway
Hugghins Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03328 |
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
JAMES HUGGHINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hugghins Dam?
Hugghins 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 Hugghins Dam?
Hugghins Dam is owned by JAMES HUGGHINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hugghins Dam built?
Hugghins Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hugghins Dam?
Hugghins Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hugghins Dam?
Hugghins Dam has a dam height of 28 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.