Columbia Lakes Reservoir Dam

Texas, Brazoria County, OFF CH-VARNER CREEK

Location

StateTexas
CountyBrazoria
RiverOFF CH-VARNER CREEK
Coordinates29.15225, -95.61951

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length16,720 ft
NID Storage2,810 acre-ft
Max Storage2,810 acre-ft
Surface Area279 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 10, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1967
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerIMS LEASING CORPORATION;MICHAEL CHAPMAN;VARNER CREEK UTILITY DISTRICT

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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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