Lake Anahuac Levee
Key Takeaway
Lake Anahuac Levee is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,300 acres |
| Drainage Area | 199 sq mi |
| NID ID | TX09088 |
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
CHAMBERS LIBERTY COUNTIES NAVIGATION DISTRICT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Anahuac Levee?
Lake Anahuac 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 Lake Anahuac Levee?
Lake Anahuac Levee is owned by CHAMBERS LIBERTY COUNTIES NAVIGATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Anahuac Levee?
Lake Anahuac Levee serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Tailings, Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Anahuac Levee?
Lake Anahuac Levee has a dam height of 10 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 Lake Anahuac Levee last inspected?
Lake Anahuac Levee was last inspected on January 26, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.