Carlson Lake Levee Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Carlson Lake Levee, located in Hidalgo, Texas, is a privately-owned structure designed to enhance recreation opportunities in the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches over 16,840 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 920 acre-feet, the dam contributes to the conservation of water resources in the region.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Carlson Lake Levee is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite not having a spillway, the dam serves as a crucial part of the local landscape, offering a surface area of 230 acres for recreational activities. With a high risk assessment rating, it is essential for authorities to closely monitor and maintain the levee to mitigate potential hazards and safeguard the surrounding community.
As an integral component of water management in the area, Carlson Lake Levee plays a significant role in balancing water levels and supporting outdoor recreational pursuits. With its strategic location along the Rio Grande, this structure highlights the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience, underscoring the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
16840 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-RIO GRANDE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
230 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
920 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rio Grande At Ft Ringgold
|
2110cfs |
Rio Grande Nr Brownsville
|
22cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Carlson Lake Levee