Brushy Tank Dam, located in Baylor, Texas, is a privately owned Earth dam completed in 1963 on the Brushy Creek tributary.
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Standing at 23 feet in height and stretching 550 feet in length, this dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" with a storage capacity of 202 acre-feet. Despite being regulated by the state of Texas, the dam lacks a spillway and poses a high risk due to its condition assessment being unrated.
With a maximum storage capacity of 202 acre-feet and a normal storage of 88 acre-feet, Brushy Tank Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam, with a surface area of 13 acres, is designed with a Buttress core and is supported by an Unlisted/Unknown foundation. Although no associated structures are present, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate for water release.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Brushy Tank Dam to be an intriguing structure with a significant impact on the surrounding area. Its unique design, high risk assessment, and the absence of a spillway make it a topic of interest for those studying water management and infrastructure resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRUSHY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
202 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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