Barker Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTexas
CountyHarris
Nearest CityHOUSTON
River/StreamBUFFALO BAYOU
Coordinates29.77066, -95.64658

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height37 ft
Dam Height37 ft
Dam Length71,900 ft
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage209,592 acre-ft
Max Storage209,592 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area130 sq mi
Max Discharge8,730 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Galveston District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection11/07/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTX00019
Federal IDTX00019
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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