La Feria Reservoir Levee
Key Takeaway
La Feria Reservoir Levee is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 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 | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 20,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 300 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 141 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04058 |
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
LA FERIA IRRIGATION DISTRICT CAMERON COUNTY 3
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of La Feria Reservoir Levee?
La Feria 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 La Feria Reservoir Levee?
La Feria Reservoir Levee is owned by LA FERIA IRRIGATION DISTRICT CAMERON COUNTY 3 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was La Feria Reservoir Levee built?
La Feria Reservoir Levee was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 La Feria Reservoir Levee?
La Feria Reservoir Levee serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is La Feria Reservoir Levee?
La Feria Reservoir Levee has a dam height of 20 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 La Feria Reservoir Levee last inspected?
La Feria Reservoir Levee was last inspected on February 9, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.