Dam No 3
Texas — Fort Bend County — OYSTER CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Fort Bend |
| River | OYSTER CREEK |
| Coordinates | 29.60136, -95.59360 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 58 ft |
| NID Storage | 673 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 673 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 114 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 22, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1948 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF SUGAR LAND;GULF COAST WATER AUTHORITY |
Location Map
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.