William Harris Reservoir Dam

Texas, Brazoria County, OFF CH-OYSTER CREEK

Location

StateTexas
CountyBrazoria
RiverOFF CH-OYSTER CREEK
Coordinates29.22953, -95.51239

Physical Characteristics

NID Height9 ft
Dam Height9 ft
Dam Length37,000 ft
NID Storage15,345 acre-ft
Max Storage15,345 acre-ft
Surface Area-

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 5, 2025
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1947
Primary PurposeOther
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerTHE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY

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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.

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