Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee
Key Takeaway
Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 22,846 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 370 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04056 |
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
ADAMS GARDENS IRRIGATION DISTRICT 19
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee?
Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee 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 Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee?
Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee is owned by ADAMS GARDENS IRRIGATION DISTRICT 19 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee built?
Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee?
Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee?
Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee has a dam height of 16 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 Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee last inspected?
Adams Gardens Reservoir Levee was last inspected on January 31, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.