Vernon D Hill Gss
Key Takeaway
Vernon D Hill Gss is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 884 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06133 |
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
VERNON HILL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vernon D Hill Gss?
Vernon D Hill Gss 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 Vernon D Hill Gss?
Vernon D Hill Gss is owned by VERNON HILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vernon D Hill Gss built?
Vernon D Hill Gss was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Vernon D Hill Gss?
Vernon D Hill Gss serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Vernon D Hill Gss?
Vernon D Hill Gss has a dam height of 18 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.