Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,472 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 32,203 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01658 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MCCULLOCH SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam is owned by MCCULLOCH SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam built?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam has a dam height of 38 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.
When was Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam last inspected?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.