Lake Harrison Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Harrison Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 11 ft (taller than 6.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 196 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,083 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04855 |
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
SEQUOIA GOLF
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Harrison Dam?
Lake Harrison Dam 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 Lake Harrison Dam?
Lake Harrison Dam is owned by SEQUOIA GOLF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Harrison Dam built?
Lake Harrison Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Lake Harrison Dam?
Lake Harrison 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 Lake Harrison Dam?
Lake Harrison Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Lake Harrison Dam last inspected?
Lake Harrison Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.