Raw Water Reservoir No 2 Levee Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Raw Water Reservoir No 2 Levee, located in Cameron County, Texas, is a critical component of the local water supply infrastructure.


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Summary

Built in 1996 by MEJIA & ROSE, INC, this earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet, providing essential water resources to the surrounding area. The primary purpose of the dam is water supply, serving as a vital reservoir for the community.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Raw Water Reservoir No 2 Levee is regulated, permitted, and inspected by the state to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water release, with a structural height of 11.2 feet and a length of 3583 feet. Despite being rated as moderate risk, the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment are currently not available.

With a drainage area of zero and a surface area of 13.7 acres, Raw Water Reservoir No 2 Levee plays a crucial role in water management and climate resilience in the region. As a key water supply infrastructure, this earth dam is essential for ensuring a reliable water source for the community while adhering to state regulations and safety measures.

Year Completed

1996

Dam Length

3583

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

OFF CH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13.7

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

105

Structural Height

11.2

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 2, Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

11
       
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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.