Diamond Shamrock Off - Channel Leree is a private irrigation dam located in Jim Wells County, Texas, along the OFF CH-FRIO RIVER.
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Completed in 1985, this earth dam stands at 21 feet tall with a length of 2600 feet and a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. Despite being privately owned, the state of Texas regulates and inspects the dam regularly to ensure its safety and compliance with state permitting requirements.
The dam has a buttress core type and is primarily used for irrigation purposes. It has a spillway width of 0 feet and no locks associated with it. The hazard potential of the dam is not available, but the risk assessment categorizes it as high. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam is regularly inspected to monitor its stability and functionality. Overall, Diamond Shamrock Off - Channel Leree plays a crucial role in water management for agricultural purposes in the region.
With its location along the OFF CH-FRIO RIVER, this dam contributes to the water resource infrastructure in Texas, providing essential water storage for irrigation purposes. As climate change continues to impact water availability and usage patterns, structures like Diamond Shamrock Off - Channel Leree become increasingly important for sustainable water management in the region. The dam's risk management measures and regular inspections help mitigate potential hazards and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and agricultural lands.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
2600 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-FRIO RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Lagarto Ck Nr George West
|
0cfs |
San Fernando Ck At Alice
|
1cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Mathis
|
27cfs |
Nueces Rv At Bluntzer
|
0cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Three Rivers
|
29cfs |
Nueces Rv Nr Tilden
|
0cfs |