The Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 15 Dam, located in Brownwood, Texas, is a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to manage flood risks along the TR-SALT CREEK.
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Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and stretches 1326 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 542 acre-feet, this dam plays a significant role in flood risk reduction in the area.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has a fair condition assessment as of April 2021. It is inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. While the hazard potential is not available, the risk assessment is classified as moderate. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes.
Owned by the local government and regulated by TCEQ, the Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 15 Dam is a vital component of water resource management in the region. With a focus on safety and risk management, this dam serves as a key structure in protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1326 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
1.5 |
Nid Storage |
542 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
|
2cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |