The Brazos River Club Levee, located in Brazoria, Texas, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed primarily for irrigation purposes.
Wind
Humidity
Completed in 1940, this earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet and spans a length of 48998 feet, with a storage capacity of 4960 acre-feet. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and multiple outlet gates, making it a crucial component for managing water resources in the region.
Managed by a private entity, the Brazos River Club Levee is subject to state regulations and inspections by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). The dam's condition is currently not rated, and it is classified as having a very high risk potential. Despite these challenges, the structure plays a pivotal role in providing water for irrigation and recreational activities in the area, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring its integrity to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
48998 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-BRAZOS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
620 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
4960 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled - 1, Valve - 10 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Brazos Rv Nr Rosharon
|
2110cfs |
San Bernard Rv Nr Boling
|
136cfs |
Chocolate Bayou Nr Alvin
|
45cfs |
Big Ck Nr Needville
|
45cfs |
Dry Ck Nr Rosenberg
|
84cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Bay City
|
2670cfs |