Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee
Key Takeaway
Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 8,307 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 364 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | TX05936 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HIDALGO COUNTY IRRIGATION DISTRICT 1
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee?
Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee?
Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee is owned by HIDALGO COUNTY IRRIGATION DISTRICT 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee built?
Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee?
Hidalgo Id No 1 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 Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee?
Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee has a dam height of 11 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 Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee last inspected?
Hidalgo Id No 1 Reservoir Levee was last inspected on April 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.