Dana-Tule Levee 1
Key Takeaway
Dana-Tule Levee 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 525 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 393 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04032 |
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
MARTHA DANA MERCER TRUST
Private
Nearby Dams
Dana-Tule Levee 2
Cameron, TX
Low Hazard 8 ftRaw Water Reservoir No 2 Levee
Cameron, TX
High Hazard 10 ftRancho Viejo Dam A
Cameron, TX
Low Hazard 7 ftRancho Viejo Dam B
Cameron, TX
Low Hazard 7 ftRussell Dam 1
Cameron, TX
Low Hazard 14 ftRancho Viejo Dam C
Cameron, TX
Low Hazard 7 ftMercer Dry Reservoir Levee
Cameron, TX
Low Hazard 7 ftLmb Reservoir Dam
Cameron, TX
Low Hazard 12 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dana-Tule Levee 1?
Dana-Tule Levee 1 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 Dana-Tule Levee 1?
Dana-Tule Levee 1 is owned by MARTHA DANA MERCER TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dana-Tule Levee 1 built?
Dana-Tule Levee 1 was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Dana-Tule Levee 1?
Dana-Tule Levee 1 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 Dana-Tule Levee 1?
Dana-Tule Levee 1 has a dam height of 8 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 Dana-Tule Levee 1 last inspected?
Dana-Tule Levee 1 was last inspected on March 2, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.