Greenbriar Lake Dam, located in Fayette County, Texas, was completed in 1962 and serves as a vital water supply source for the region.
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The dam is classified as an Earth dam with a height of 27 feet and a length of 1020 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 184 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is water supply, with a normal storage capacity of 106 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres.
Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement regulations, ensuring its safety and compliance with standards. The dam does not have a spillway, and its hazard potential is listed as "Not Available." The risk assessment for Greenbriar Lake Dam is categorized as high, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks. Overall, Greenbriar Lake Dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources to the surrounding area while facing challenges related to its age and risk profile.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1020 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
WILLIAMS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
184 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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497cfs |
Redgate Ck Nr Columbus
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1cfs |
Middle Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv At Smithville
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465cfs |
Yegua Ck Nr Somerville
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0cfs |
E Yegua Ck Nr Dime Box
|
0cfs |
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