Mrs J H Brown Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mrs J H Brown Lake Dam, located in Kent County, Texas, serves as a crucial water supply infrastructure for the area.
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Summary
Built in 1952, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a capacity of 208 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the TR-West Prong Duck Creek, plays a key role in providing water to the local community, with a normal storage capacity of 118 acre-feet.
The dam, designed as an earth structure with a buttress core type, spans a length of 600 feet and covers a surface area of 14 acres. Despite its importance for water supply, the dam lacks a spillway and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The hazard potential is marked as "Not Available," with a high risk level assigned. The dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of any state regulatory agency and is privately owned.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Mrs J H Brown Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a vital water supply infrastructure in Texas. With its historical significance and unique design features, the dam raises important questions about the management and maintenance of such structures in the face of changing climate conditions. As discussions surrounding water security and sustainability continue to gain prominence, the role of dams like Mrs J H Brown Lake Dam in ensuring reliable water supply becomes increasingly significant.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEST PRONG DUCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
208 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fk Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
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0cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv At Justiceburg
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0cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
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12cfs |
Clear Fk Brazos Rv Nr Roby
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1cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Rule
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11cfs |
Deep Ck Nr Dunn
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0cfs |
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.
Mrs J H Brown Lake Dam