Brady Creek Ws Scs Site 1 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam, located in Brady, Texas, is a key infrastructure managed by the local government to reduce flood risks in the region.


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Summary

Built in 1956 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans 2472 feet along Post Oak Creek. With a storage capacity of 3732 acre-feet, it serves a drainage area of 7.03 square miles, providing vital protection to the surrounding area.

Despite its critical role in flood risk reduction, the dam has been rated as unsatisfactory in its condition assessment as of April 2021. The inspection frequency is set at every two years, with the last inspection conducted in May 2017. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 306 feet and outlet gates for water release. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures.

Overall, Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the community from flooding along Post Oak Creek in McCulloch County. As climate change impacts continue to affect water resources, ensuring the proper maintenance and monitoring of this dam is essential for safeguarding the area from potential hazards and maintaining its functionality for years to come.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

2472

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

POST OAK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

42

Hydraulic Height

38

Drainage Area

7.03

Nid Storage

3732

Structural Height

38

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

38
       
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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.