Bradley Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Bradley Lake Dam, located in Hood County, Texas, was completed in 1983 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and recreation.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at 32 feet high, with a hydraulic height of 27 feet, and a length of 940 feet. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, the dam primarily regulates the flow of the TR-Brazos River.

The dam is state-regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring regular inspections and enforcement of safety measures. Despite its high hazard potential, the condition of Bradley Lake Dam has not been rated, and there is limited information available on risk management measures. The lack of spillway and detailed hazard assessments indicate potential vulnerabilities that may require further attention from regulatory agencies to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.

In the event of an emergency, the dam has one outlet gate for water release, but details on emergency action plans and inundation maps are not available. Risk assessments have classified the dam as high risk, emphasizing the need for comprehensive evaluations and updated safety protocols to mitigate potential hazards. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and advocate for the proper maintenance and regulation of dams like Bradley Lake to safeguard the surrounding community and ecosystem.

Year Completed

1983

Dam Length

940

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-BRAZOS RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

27

Nid Storage

50

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

32
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.