Wardner Levee Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Cameron County, Texas, the Wardner Levee is a privately-owned structure designed for irrigation purposes along the Ch-resaca de los Fresnos river.


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Summary

Built in 1948, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and spans a length of 3000 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 505 acre-feet. Despite being primarily used for irrigation, the levee is not equipped with a spillway or locks, and was last inspected in 1976.

Managed by TCEQ and regulated by the state of Texas, the Wardner Levee is deemed to have a high risk potential due to its outdated inspection and assessment records. Although its condition is currently ungraded, the structure remains operational and serves its intended purpose effectively. The presence of a single outlet gate suggests limited control over water discharge, raising concerns about potential hazards during periods of heavy rainfall and flooding. As a vital component of the local water resource infrastructure, ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the Wardner Levee are crucial to ensure its continued functionality and safety.

Year Completed

1948

Dam Length

3000

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

OFF CH-RESACA DE LOS FRESNOS

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

505

Structural Height

10

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.