Dixieland Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Dixieland Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 7,970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 905 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04051 |
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
CITY OF HARLINGEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dixieland Reservoir?
Dixieland Reservoir 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 Dixieland Reservoir?
Dixieland Reservoir is owned by CITY OF HARLINGEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dixieland Reservoir built?
Dixieland Reservoir was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Dixieland Reservoir?
Dixieland Reservoir 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 Dixieland Reservoir?
Dixieland Reservoir 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 Dixieland Reservoir last inspected?
Dixieland Reservoir was last inspected on January 29, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.