Located in Brazoria, Texas, the Bieri Lakes Reservoir No 1 Levee is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1946 for irrigation purposes.
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Standing at a height of 9 feet and stretching 3250 feet in length, this levee provides a maximum storage capacity of 282 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam remains in good condition with a hazard potential deemed as "Not Available" and a risk assessment rating of "High (2)".
Serving as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region, the Bieri Lakes Reservoir No 1 Levee has been inspected periodically, with the last recorded inspection dating back to February 1984. Although it does not have a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate. While the dam does not currently have inundation maps prepared or an emergency action plan in place, it meets state permitting and inspection requirements, ensuring its reliability in times of need.
With its strategic location off CH-Flores Bayou, the Bieri Lakes Reservoir No 1 Levee plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural irrigation and recreational activities in the area. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources, this levee stands as a testament to effective water management practices and the importance of maintaining critical infrastructure for a sustainable future.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
3250 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-FLORES BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Nid Storage |
282 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |