Addicks Dam

Texas — Harris County — SOUTH MAYDE CREEK

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
RiverSOUTH MAYDE CREEK
Coordinates29.79062, -95.62509

Physical Characteristics

NID Height49 ft
Dam Height49 ft
Dam Length61,166 ft
NID Storage199,643 acre-ft
Max Storage199,643 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionFebruary 6, 2026
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1948
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeGravity
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Galveston 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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