Harris Bayou Inlet Structure
Key Takeaway
Harris Bayou Inlet Structure is classified as high hazard in Florida. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 20.6% in FL) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 202.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 33,655 acres |
| NID ID | FL20505 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SJRWMD
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Harris Bayou Inlet Structure?
Harris Bayou Inlet Structure is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Harris Bayou Inlet Structure?
Harris Bayou Inlet Structure is owned by SJRWMD (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Harris Bayou Inlet Structure?
Harris Bayou Inlet Structure serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harris Bayou Inlet Structure?
Harris Bayou Inlet Structure has a dam height of 12 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.
When was Harris Bayou Inlet Structure last inspected?
Harris Bayou Inlet Structure was last inspected on March 20, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.