R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 Levee
Key Takeaway
R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 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 | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 6,276 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06178 |
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
RE SMITH ESTATE
Private
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Low Hazard 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 Levee?
R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 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 R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 Levee?
R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 Levee is owned by RE SMITH ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 Levee built?
R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 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 R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 Levee?
R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 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 R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 Levee?
R E Smith Estate Reservoir No 2 Levee has a dam height of 7 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.