Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 17 Dam, located in Brownwood, Texas, along the TR-PECAN BAYOU river, is a key flood risk reduction structure designed by USDA NRCS in 1968.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet with a hydraulic height of 37 feet, serving a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 723 acre-feet and a spillway width of 103 feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is inspected for safety every 5 years and was last assessed to be in fair condition in April 2021. While the hazard potential is not available, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. The dam is equipped with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates to manage water release, ensuring efficient operation during times of high water flow. Overall, Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 17 Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for flood control and water management in the region, contributing to the protection of residents and properties in the area.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1370 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PECAN BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
723 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
1cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
|
3cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
|
0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |