Red Hill Tank Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Hill Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 50.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02696 |
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
ABILENE CATTLE FEEDERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Hill Tank Dam?
Red Hill Tank 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 Red Hill Tank Dam?
Red Hill Tank Dam is owned by ABILENE CATTLE FEEDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Hill Tank Dam built?
Red Hill Tank Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Red Hill Tank Dam?
Red Hill Tank Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Red Hill Tank Dam?
Red Hill Tank 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.