Diablo Reservoir Levee
Key Takeaway
Diablo Reservoir Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 12,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06409 |
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
HUDSPETH COUNTY CRD 1
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Diablo Reservoir Levee?
Diablo 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 Diablo Reservoir Levee?
Diablo Reservoir Levee is owned by HUDSPETH COUNTY CRD 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Diablo Reservoir Levee built?
Diablo Reservoir Levee was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Diablo Reservoir Levee?
Diablo 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 Diablo Reservoir Levee?
Diablo 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.