Located in Brownwood, Texas, the Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 2a Dam is a critical infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along the TR-ADAMS BRANCH.
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Completed in 1975, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet, with a length of 998 feet and a storage capacity of 2516 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, including flood risk reduction, fire protection, stock, and small fish pond maintenance.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 2a Dam has been inspected regularly, with the most recent assessment in April 2021 deeming its condition as satisfactory. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's operational protocols include uncontrolled spillways and a combination of slide and uncontrolled outlet gates. While the hazard potential is not available, the dam's design and construction align with industry standards for safety and efficiency, ensuring the protection of nearby communities and water resources.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
998 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ADAMS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
2.2 |
Nid Storage |
2516 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 3 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |