Barker Dam
Texas — Harris County — BUFFALO BAYOU
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Harris |
| River | BUFFALO BAYOU |
| Coordinates | 29.77066, -95.64658 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 71,900 ft |
| NID Storage | 209,592 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 209,592 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 7, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1945 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Galveston District |
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.