B13 Dam

Harrison, Texas· 27 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

B13 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 58.3% in TX)
Dam Length500 ft
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Max Discharge6,796 cfs
NID IDTX07347

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SOUTHWESTERN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of B13 Dam?

B13 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates B13 Dam?

B13 Dam is owned by SOUTHWESTERN ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is B13 Dam?

B13 Dam has a dam height of 27 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.