Harris Lake B Dam
Key Takeaway
Harris Lake B Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00949 |
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
HENRY HARRIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harris Lake B Dam?
Harris Lake B 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 Lake B Dam?
Harris Lake B Dam is owned by HENRY HARRIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harris Lake B Dam built?
Harris Lake B Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lake B Dam?
Harris Lake B Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harris Lake B Dam?
Harris Lake B Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Lake B Dam last inspected?
Harris Lake B Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.