The Upper Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam is a crucial structure located in Round Rock, Texas, designed by the USDA NRCS to serve primarily for flood risk reduction purposes.
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Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 53 feet with a hydraulic height and structural height matching that measurement. With a storage capacity of 3,131 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 174 acre-feet, this dam plays a pivotal role in managing the flow of the Spanish Oak Creek.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Upper Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam has undergone modifications in 2010 to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features uncontrolled spillways, two uncontrolled outlet gates, and one valve, while its condition assessment in June 2017 deemed it satisfactory. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, this dam continues to be a vital asset in mitigating flood risks and protecting the surrounding Williamson County community from potential hazards.
Overall, the Upper Brushy Creek WS SCS Site 4 Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Texas. With its strategic location, design features, and regulatory oversight, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control, fire protection, and stock or small fish pond purposes, showcasing the importance of sustainable water management practices in safeguarding communities against natural disasters and ensuring water security for future generations.
Years Modified |
2010 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
2200 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
SPANISH OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
53 |
Drainage Area |
5.43 |
Nid Storage |
3131 |
Structural Height |
53 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
53 |