Located in McCulloch County, Texas, the Brady Creek WS SCS Site 44 Dam is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Live Oak Creek.
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Completed in 1955, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and stretches 2,404 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1,607 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
With a fair condition assessment as of January 2018, the Brady Creek WS SCS Site 44 Dam has undergone modifications in 2007 to ensure its continued effectiveness. Equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting downstream areas from potential flooding. While its hazard potential is not available, the dam's risk assessment is classified as moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard surrounding communities and infrastructure.
Years Modified |
2007 - Other |
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
2404 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
LIVE OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
2.25 |
Nid Storage |
1607 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Brady Ck At Brady
|
23cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
|
3cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
|
1cfs |
San Saba Rv At Menard
|
47cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
145cfs |
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
|
23cfs |