Seaberg Levee No 1
Key Takeaway
Seaberg Levee No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03387 |
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
RA SEABERG ET AL
Private
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Low Hazard 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Seaberg Levee No 1?
Seaberg Levee No 1 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 Seaberg Levee No 1?
Seaberg Levee No 1 is owned by RA SEABERG ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seaberg Levee No 1 built?
Seaberg Levee No 1 was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Seaberg Levee No 1?
Seaberg Levee No 1 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 Seaberg Levee No 1?
Seaberg Levee No 1 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 Seaberg Levee No 1 last inspected?
Seaberg Levee No 1 was last inspected on March 8, 1971. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.