Brady Creek Ws Scs Site 43a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 43a Dam, located in McCulloch, Texas, was completed in 1960 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along TR-Bowie Creek.
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Summary
Designed by USDA-SCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 1869 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1224 acre-feet. With a normal storage level of 86 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.98 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing flood risks in the region.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Brady Creek WS SCS Site 43a Dam has been assessed to be in fair condition as of June 2014. With a spillway width of 202 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 6709 cubic feet per second, the dam is equipped with outlet gates for controlled water release. Despite the absence of hazard potential information and limited risk assessment details, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, safeguarding the surrounding areas from potential flooding events.
As a vital infrastructure in the Fort Worth District, Brady Creek WS SCS Site 43a Dam remains a key component in the water resource management system of Texas. With periodic inspections and maintenance, the dam ensures the safety and resilience of the local community against flood hazards, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource and climate management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1869 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOWIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
2.98 |
Nid Storage |
1224 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1, Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Brady Ck At Brady
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23cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
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3cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
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1cfs |
San Saba Rv At Menard
|
47cfs |
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
|
23cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
145cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Brady Creek Ws Scs Site 43a Dam
Brady Ck Res Nr Brady