Bieri Lakes Reservoir No 3 Levee Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Bieri Lakes Reservoir No 3 Levee, located in Brazoria, Texas, is a private-owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

Constructed in 1951, this Earth-type levee stands at a height of 9 feet and spans a length of 8500 feet, with a storage capacity of 900 acre-feet. Despite being regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, leaving its hazard potential and emergency preparedness unclear.

The reservoir, situated off CH-Flores Bayou, features an uncontrolled spillway and two outlet gates. While the risk assessment categorizes the structure as moderate, the lack of recent inspection and maintenance data raises concerns about its long-term stability. With a maximum storage capacity of 900 acre-feet and a normal storage of 365 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in supporting irrigation activities in the area.

Overall, the Bieri Lakes Reservoir No 3 Levee presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the intersection of infrastructure, regulation, and risk management in the realm of dam safety. As stakeholders continue to monitor and assess the structure's condition, questions about its resilience and emergency preparedness remain unanswered, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by aging levee systems in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1951

Dam Length

8500

Dam Height

9

River Or Stream

OFF CH-FLORES BAYOU

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

9

Nid Storage

900

Structural Height

9

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

9
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.