Sheldon Reservoir Dam
Texas, Harris County, CARPENTERS BAYOU
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Harris |
| River | CARPENTERS BAYOU |
| Coordinates | 29.85394, -95.16725 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Height | 12 ft |
| Dam Length | 26,500 ft |
| NID Storage | 14,754 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 14,754 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 690 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 20, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1944 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.