The Mercer Dry Reservoir Levee in Cameron, Texas, is a private irrigation dam completed in 1953 along the Resaca de la Fresnos river.
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Standing at a height of 7 feet and a length of 12,500 feet, the earth dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a storage capacity of 2,000 acre-feet. Despite being regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, the dam has not been rated for its condition and carries a high risk assessment level.
Located in the Galveston District, the Mercer Dry Reservoir Levee lacks a spillway and other associated structures. While there have been no modifications reported since its construction, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate. The last inspection took place in 1976, raising concerns about the dam's current condition and the potential hazards it poses. As a significant water resource in the area, the Mercer Dry Reservoir Levee's risk management measures and emergency preparedness remain unclear, underscoring the need for further assessment and planning to ensure public safety and water sustainability.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
12500 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
RESACA DE LA FRESNOS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Nid Storage |
2000 |
Structural Height |
7 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
7 |