Brady Creek WS SCS Site 46 Dam, located in McCulloch County, Texas, is a key structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Live Oak Creek.
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Completed in 1956, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a length of 3936 feet, providing a storage capacity of 2119 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential water hazards.
Managed by local government authorities with oversight from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Brady Creek Dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. With a fair condition assessment as of January 2018 and a moderate risk rating, the dam remains a crucial piece of infrastructure in the region. Equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates, the dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 12547 cubic feet per second, safeguarding the community from potential flood events.
As a part of the Fort Worth District, the Brady Creek WS SCS Site 46 Dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience in the area. With a solid foundation and a history of effective flood control, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of proper infrastructure in safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events.
Years Modified |
2006 - Other |
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
3936 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
LIVE OAK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
2.94 |
Nid Storage |
2119 |
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
|
22cfs |
San Saba Rv Nr Brady
|
3cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
|
1cfs |
San Saba Rv At Menard
|
46cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
Llano Rv Nr Mason
|
121cfs |