Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee

RESACA DE LOS CUATES· Cameron, Texas· Built 1989· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX)
Dam Length10,500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage953 acre-ft
Normal Storage740 acre-ft
Surface Area70 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDTX06406

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 2, 1990
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

LAGUNA MADRE WATER DISTRICT

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee?

Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 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 Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee?

Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee is owned by LAGUNA MADRE WATER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee built?

Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee?

Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee?

Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee has a dam height of 10 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 Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee last inspected?

Cameron County Fwsd No 1 Reservoir No 4 Levee was last inspected on February 2, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.