Harris Lake B Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Harris Lake B Dam, located in Wood County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1960 for the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.


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Summary

This dam stands at a height of 18 feet and stretches 520 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 151 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The dam is situated along the TR-GLADE CREEK and is part of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and its hazard potential is listed as not available. The risk assessment for the dam is considered high, with a DSAC risk level of 2. While the dam does not have a spillway, it does have one outlet gate. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in June 2006, and it is unclear if any updates or maintenance measures have been implemented since then. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place and it is not clear if it meets current guidelines for such plans.

Overall, Harris Lake B Dam serves important functions for the local community in terms of water supply and protection. However, there are potential risks associated with its condition and lack of updated emergency preparedness measures. This highlights the importance of regular inspections, maintenance, and the development of comprehensive emergency plans for the safety and security of the surrounding area in case of a dam failure or emergency situation.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

520

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-GLADE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

30

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

151

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.