Wills Point Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Wills Point Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 568 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 384 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,443 cfs |
| NID ID | TX02830 |
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 WILLS POINT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wills Point Reservoir Dam?
Wills Point Reservoir 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 Wills Point Reservoir Dam?
Wills Point Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF WILLS POINT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wills Point Reservoir Dam?
Wills Point Reservoir 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 Wills Point Reservoir Dam?
Wills Point Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Wills Point Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Wills Point Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.