Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee
Key Takeaway
Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 7,694 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 795 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 520 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03786 |
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
DONNA IRRIGATION DISTRICT HIDALGO COUNTY 1
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee?
Donna Reservoir No 2 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 Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee?
Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee is owned by DONNA IRRIGATION DISTRICT HIDALGO COUNTY 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee built?
Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee?
Donna Reservoir No 2 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 Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee?
Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee has a dam height of 12 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 Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee last inspected?
Donna Reservoir No 2 Levee was last inspected on February 6, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.