Brownwood Laterals Ws Scs Site 20 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 20 Dam, located in Brownwood, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure along the North Fork Steppes Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1966 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and spans a length of 1180 feet, with a storage capacity of 2418 acre-feet and a drainage area of 64.5 square miles. With a spillway width of 202 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 6865 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from flooding.
The primary purpose of Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 20 Dam extends beyond flood risk reduction to include fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond maintenance. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite being designated with a moderate risk level, the dam's hazard potential and condition assessment remain unclassified, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures to safeguard against potential threats.
In times of emergency, the dam is equipped with one slide and two uncontrolled gates for water release, providing a means of controlled water flow to prevent overtopping and mitigate flood risks. With its significant role in water resource management and climate resilience, Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 20 Dam stands as a critical infrastructure in protecting the local community and environment from the impacts of extreme weather events and ensuring sustainable water usage for various purposes.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1180 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK STEPPES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Drainage Area |
64.5 |
Nid Storage |
2418 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
44 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
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2cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
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436cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
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2cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
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2cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
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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.
Brownwood Laterals Ws Scs Site 20 Dam
Lk Brownwood Nr Brownwood