The Cantwell Main Levee in Texas, completed in 1950, serves primarily for irrigation purposes along the off-channel Arroyo Colorado.
Wind
Humidity
This private earth dam with a buttress core type stands at a height of 9 feet and spans 4585 feet in length. Although the dam lacks a spillway, it features one outlet gate to control water flow, ensuring efficient irrigation practices in Cameron County.
Despite being state-regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Cantwell Main Levee has not been rated for condition assessment, with its hazard potential and risk assessment classified as "Not Available" and "High (2)" respectively. The dam's risk management measures, emergency action plan, and inundation maps remain undisclosed, highlighting potential gaps in preparedness and response strategies. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find the Cantwell Main Levee an intriguing case study for investigating the intersection of private ownership, regulatory oversight, and risk mitigation in safeguarding critical infrastructure against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
4585 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-ARROYO COLORADO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Nid Storage |
235 |
Structural Height |
9 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |