Shiloh Forest West Dam
Key Takeaway
Shiloh Forest West Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| NID ID | TX09738 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Shiloh Forest West Dam?
Shiloh Forest West 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 Shiloh Forest West Dam?
Shiloh Forest West Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Shiloh Forest West Dam?
Shiloh Forest West 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 Shiloh Forest West Dam last inspected?
Shiloh Forest West Dam was last inspected on August 13, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.