Katy Mills Dam
Key Takeaway
Katy Mills Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 8,500 ft |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07554 |
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
CITY OF KATY
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Katy Mills Dam?
Katy Mills 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 Katy Mills Dam?
Katy Mills Dam is owned by CITY OF KATY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Katy Mills Dam built?
Katy Mills Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Katy Mills Dam?
Katy Mills Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Katy Mills Dam last inspected?
Katy Mills Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.