New Boeye Reservoir Levee
Key Takeaway
New Boeye Reservoir Levee is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 7,225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 974 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 948 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 57 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07343 |
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
CITY OF MCALLEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of New Boeye Reservoir Levee?
New Boeye 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 New Boeye Reservoir Levee?
New Boeye Reservoir Levee is owned by CITY OF MCALLEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Boeye Reservoir Levee built?
New Boeye Reservoir Levee was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 New Boeye Reservoir Levee?
New Boeye Reservoir Levee serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is New Boeye Reservoir Levee?
New Boeye Reservoir Levee has a dam height of 16 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 New Boeye Reservoir Levee last inspected?
New Boeye Reservoir Levee was last inspected on April 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.