Harris Dam
Key Takeaway
Harris Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02009 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CL LEHMAN ESTATE ET UX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harris Dam?
Harris Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Harris Dam?
Harris Dam is owned by CL LEHMAN ESTATE ET UX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harris Dam built?
Harris Dam was completed in 1912, making it 114 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Harris Dam?
Harris Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harris Dam?
Harris Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Dam last inspected?
Harris Dam was last inspected on December 2, 1971. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.