Delta Lake Unit No 1 Levee

Texas, Hidalgo County, OFF CH

Location

StateTexas
CountyHidalgo
RiverOFF CH
Coordinates26.41950, -97.95641

Physical Characteristics

NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length23,975 ft
NID Storage7,350 acre-ft
Max Storage7,350 acre-ft
Surface Area490 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Rated
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionDecember 10, 2025
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1939
Primary PurposeIrrigation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerDELTA LAKE IRRIGATION DISTRICT

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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