Lower Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam is a vital structure located in Williamson County, Texas, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1960 for Flood Risk Reduction.
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This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 42 feet and has a length of 1000 feet, providing a storage capacity of 550 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 103 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Situated on TR-Turkey Creek and owned by the local government, Lower Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam serves multiple purposes including Fire Protection, Stock or Small Fish Pond, Flood Risk Reduction, and Irrigation. Despite being in fair condition, the dam has a high risk assessment level (2) and lacks a spillway system. With its strategic location and crucial role in managing water resources, this dam is a significant asset in the region's water management infrastructure. Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable water management practices would find Lower Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 8 Dam an intriguing case study for flood risk reduction and dam safety considerations in Texas.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Nid Storage |
550 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
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3cfs |
Willis Ck Nr Granger
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0cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
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153cfs |
Little Rv At Cameron
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156cfs |
Brushy Ck At Kenney Fort Blvd At Round Rock
|
20cfs |
Little Rv Nr Little River
|
97cfs |
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