The Lower Greens Bayou Regional Detention Facility in Harris County, Texas is a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by Pate Engineers to mitigate flood risks in the area.
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Completed in 1995, this concrete dam stands at 47 feet high and spans 21,400 feet along Greens Bayou. With a storage capacity of 4,684 acre-feet, it serves as a vital component in the region's flood risk reduction efforts.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the facility is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its integrity and functionality. Despite not having a spillway, the dam's uncontrolled outlet gates allow for controlled water release in times of need. The risk assessment for the facility categorizes it as having a high risk level, underscoring the importance of its maintenance and monitoring for the surrounding communities.
Represented by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, the Lower Greens Bayou Regional Detention Facility plays a crucial role in protecting the residents of Harris County from potential flooding events. With its strategic location along Greens Bayou and its significant storage capacity, this concrete dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
21400 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
GREENS BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Drainage Area |
131 |
Nid Storage |
4684 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
47 |
Greens Bayou At Ley Rd
|
2120cfs |
Hunting Bayou At Ih 610
|
22cfs |
Garners Bayou Nr Humble
|
58cfs |
Hunting Bayou At Hoffman St
|
3cfs |
Greens Bayou Nr Houston
|
168cfs |
Halls Bayou At Houston
|
75cfs |