Indian Hills Dam
Key Takeaway
Indian Hills Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,564 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00373 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
INDIAN HILLS ESTATES INC;JOHN GRANBERRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Hills Dam?
Indian Hills Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Indian Hills Dam?
Indian Hills Dam is owned by INDIAN HILLS ESTATES INC;JOHN GRANBERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Hills Dam built?
Indian Hills 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 Indian Hills Dam?
Indian Hills 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 Indian Hills Dam?
Indian Hills Dam 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 Indian Hills Dam last inspected?
Indian Hills Dam was last inspected on November 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.