Hugo Helmcamp Dam
Key Takeaway
Hugo Helmcamp Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 728 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06437 |
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
HUGO HELMCAMP
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hugo Helmcamp Dam?
Hugo Helmcamp 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 Hugo Helmcamp Dam?
Hugo Helmcamp Dam is owned by HUGO HELMCAMP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hugo Helmcamp Dam built?
Hugo Helmcamp Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Hugo Helmcamp Dam?
Hugo Helmcamp Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hugo Helmcamp Dam?
Hugo Helmcamp Dam has a dam height of 16 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.