Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee
Key Takeaway
Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 5,174 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04830 |
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
ENGELMAN IRRIGATION DISTRICT;HIDALGO COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT 1
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee?
Engelman Gardens 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 Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee?
Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee is owned by ENGELMAN IRRIGATION DISTRICT;HIDALGO COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICT 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee built?
Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee?
Engelman Gardens 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 Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee?
Engelman Gardens Reservoir 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 Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee last inspected?
Engelman Gardens Reservoir Levee was last inspected on February 12, 1976. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.