Lake Houston Dam
Texas — Harris County
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Harris |
| Coordinates | 29.91919, -95.13263 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 66 ft |
| Dam Height | 66 ft |
| Dam Length | 12,097 ft |
| NID Storage | 281,800 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 281,800 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12,240 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | CITY OF HOUSTON |
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.