Municipal Reservoir Upper Dam, located in Brownwood, Texas, is a gravity dam built in 1925 primarily for irrigation purposes along the Pecan Bayou.
Wind
Humidity
With a height of 15 feet and a length of 140 feet, this dam boasts a storage capacity of 825-acre feet and a surface area of 100 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway width of 140 feet helps regulate water flow in times of excess.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Municipal Reservoir Upper Dam stands as a crucial water resource for the area. The dam also serves recreational purposes and provides water supply to the community. While the dam's hazard potential is marked as "Not Available," its risk assessment is moderate, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its safety and longevity for years to come.
Year Completed |
1925 |
Dam Length |
140 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
PECAN BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
100 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
2.5 |
Nid Storage |
825 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |