Addicks Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Nearest CityHOUSTON
River/StreamSOUTH MAYDE CREEK
Coordinates29.79062, -95.62509

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height49 ft
Dam Height49 ft
Dam Length61,166 ft
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage199,643 acre-ft
Max Storage199,643 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area136 sq mi
Max Discharge7,850 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Galveston District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection02/06/2026
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX00018
Federal IDTX00018
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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