E W Monteith No 2 Levee in Chambers County, Texas, is a privately owned structure completed in 1960 with a primary purpose of irrigation.
Wind
Humidity
This earth dam, standing at a height of 8 feet and a length of 12,650 feet, serves as a crucial component in the water management system in the area. With a capacity to store 1,392 acre-feet of water, the dam plays a vital role in ensuring water supply for irrigation purposes.
The levee is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes state inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes. While the dam has an uncontrolled spillway and one uncontrolled outlet gate, it has not been rated for its condition assessment, and the hazard potential is listed as not available. The risk assessment for the structure is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk, but specific risk management measures are not provided in the data.
Located near the OFF CH-WILLOW MARSH stream, E W Monteith No 2 Levee contributes to the management of water resources in the region. With its strategic design and construction, the levee serves as a critical infrastructure for irrigation and water supply, highlighting the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
12650 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-WILLOW MARSH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
160 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
1392 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
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