Seaberg Levee No 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Seaberg Levee No 2, located in Harris County, Texas, was completed in 1965 with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

This privately-owned earth levee stands at a height of 10 feet and spans 6000 feet along the Off Ch-Cedar Bayou. With a storage capacity of 790 acre-feet, it serves as a vital structure for managing water resources in the area.

Despite being regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoing state inspections and enforcement, the levee's condition assessment is currently not rated. The lack of a spillway and limited information on its hazard potential raises concerns about its ability to withstand extreme weather events. However, with no associated structures and only one outlet gate, the levee plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding and ensuring a stable water supply for irrigation.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the risk assessment for Seaberg Levee No 2 remains high. With no emergency action plan in place and limited risk management measures identified, stakeholders must prioritize the maintenance and monitoring of this structure to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the resilience of the local water system.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

6000

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

OFF CH-CEDAR BAYOU

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

790

Structural Height

10

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

10
       
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Dam Data Reference

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.