E W Monteith No 2 Levee Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

E W Monteith No 2 Levee in Chambers County, Texas, is a privately owned structure completed in 1960 with a primary purpose of irrigation.


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Summary

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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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.