North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 485 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,020 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06373 |
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
CITY OF EL PASO
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam?
North Hills Detention Pond 1 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 North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam?
North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam is owned by CITY OF EL PASO (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam built?
North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam?
North Hills Detention Pond 1 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 North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam?
North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam has a dam height of 25 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 North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam last inspected?
North Hills Detention Pond 1 Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.