Upper Brushy Creek Ws Scs Site 10b Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Situated in Williamson County, Texas, the Upper Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 10b Dam stands as a vital structure designed and managed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risk along the TR-Chandler Branch.


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Summary

Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and spans a length of 1635 feet, providing essential flood protection for the surrounding area. With a normal storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.13 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the local community from potential water-related hazards.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Upper Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 10b Dam is equipped with slide gates and uncontrolled outlets for effective water flow control. Regularly inspected and deemed to be in satisfactory condition, this dam has a moderate risk level of 3, indicating a proactive approach to risk management and emergency preparedness. The presence of an uncontrolled spillway and a hazard potential that is not available underscores the importance of continuous monitoring and maintenance to ensure the dam's effectiveness in flood risk reduction.

Overall, the Upper Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 10b Dam serves as a key infrastructure for protecting the local community from potential flooding events. With a strong emphasis on safety and risk management, this dam exemplifies the importance of water resource management in mitigating the impacts of climate change and ensuring the resilience of communities in the face of increasing environmental challenges.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

1635

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

TR-CHANDLER BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

37

Drainage Area

2.13

Nid Storage

990

Structural Height

37

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

37
       
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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.