Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 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 | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,213 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06694 |
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
WELLS BRANCH MUD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam?
Wells Branch Mills Pond 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 Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam?
Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam is owned by WELLS BRANCH MUD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam built?
Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam?
Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam?
Wells Branch Mills Pond 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 Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam last inspected?
Wells Branch Mills Pond Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.