Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam

TR-NEEDLE CREEK· McCulloch, Texas· Built 1957· Earth· 29 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 29 ft (taller than 64.3% in TX)
Dam Length2,180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.8K acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDTX01671

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: February 26, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CITY OF BRADY;MCCULLOCH SWCD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 13 Dam?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam is owned by CITY OF BRADY;MCCULLOCH SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam built?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 13 Dam?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 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 13 Dam?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam has a dam height of 29 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 13 Dam last inspected?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam was last inspected on February 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.