Brooks Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brooks Lake Dam, located in Wood County, Texas, serves as a recreational spot along the Boggy Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1948, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a length of 700 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1067 acre-feet. The dam underwent modifications in 1982 for hydraulic purposes and in 2010 for structural improvements.

The dam's spillway, with a width of 385 feet, is uncontrolled, and it has a fair condition assessment as of February 2016. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, but specific risk management measures or guidelines for emergency action plans are not specified.

Overall, Brooks Lake Dam offers a scenic and recreational opportunity for visitors in Big Sandy, Texas. As a vital water resource structure, it provides storage for water activities and contributes to the local ecosystem. Water and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the dam's historical significance, design details, and the efforts towards maintaining its safety and functionality.

Years Modified

1982 - Hydraulic, 2010 - Structural

Year Completed

1948

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

BOGGY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

74

Hydraulic Height

26

Drainage Area

6.5

Nid Storage

1067

Structural Height

26

Outlet Gates

Other Controlled - 1, Uncontrolled - 4

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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.