Located in Thorndale, Texas, the Lower Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 20 Dam is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans a length of 1200 feet, with a storage capacity of 992 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Berry Branch river and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring its integrity through regular inspections and enforcement measures.
With a drainage area of 1.4 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 9810 cubic feet per second, the Lower Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 20 Dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 86 feet and outlet gates including a slide gate and two uncontrolled gates. Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2021, the dam is subject to moderate risk (3) according to a risk assessment, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to safeguard the community and surrounding areas from potential hazards.
As a key infrastructure owned by the local government, the Lower Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 20 Dam demonstrates a commitment to water resource management and climate resilience. With its strategic location and design, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock and small fish pond maintenance, in addition to flood risk reduction. By upholding state regulations and undergoing regular inspections, this dam exemplifies the proactive approach necessary for sustainable water resource management in a changing climate landscape.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
BERRY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
1.4 |
Nid Storage |
992 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
27 |
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Wilson Fox - Granger Lake
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