Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 4a Dam, located in Brownwood, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1975, this earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet and stretches 1455 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 577 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-SOUTH WILLIS CREEK, this dam plays a crucial role in fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management in addition to flood control.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 4a Dam boasts a satisfactory condition assessment with a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, slide gates, and uncontrolled outlets, ensuring efficient water flow management during high discharge events. Regular inspections every five years uphold its structural integrity and operational effectiveness, with the last assessment conducted in January 2016.
With Representative K. Michael Conaway overseeing the district, this dam represents a collaborative effort between local government and federal agencies to safeguard the surrounding community from potential flood hazards. Its strategic location, reliable design, and regulatory compliance make Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 4a Dam a crucial asset in water resource management and climate resilience initiatives for the region.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1455 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH WILLIS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
0.8 |
Nid Storage |
577 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 2, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |
San Saba Rv At San Saba
|
140cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
|
1cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Hasse
|
2cfs |