Bradley Tank Dam

BRADLEY CREEK· Oldham, Texas· Built 1958· Earth· 22 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Bradley Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX)
Dam Length830 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage176 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDTX05662

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

TOM GREEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bradley Tank Dam?

Bradley Tank Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bradley Tank Dam?

Bradley Tank Dam is owned by TOM GREEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bradley Tank Dam built?

Bradley Tank Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Bradley Tank Dam?

Bradley Tank Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bradley Tank Dam?

Bradley Tank Dam has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.