Fisher Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 12, 2026
Fisher Lake Dam, located in Harris, Texas, was completed in 1962 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet and has a storage capacity of 144 acre-feet. The dam is situated off Ch-Cypress Creek and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Despite its relatively small size, Fisher Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. With a surface area of 18 acres, the dam helps in regulating water flow and providing essential irrigation for agricultural purposes. While the dam currently does not have a spillway, its outlet gates ensure proper water release when needed.
Although Fisher Lake Dam is rated as having a high risk level (2), its condition assessment is not rated, and it lacks an emergency action plan. This suggests a potential area for improvement in terms of risk management measures. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, keeping a close eye on the maintenance and regulations of dams like Fisher Lake Dam is vital in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in the area.
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Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
144 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Fisher Lake Dam