Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam

HARDEN BRANCH· Concho, Texas· Built 1958· Earth· 26 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 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 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX)
Dam Length2,770 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage3.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage198 acre-ft
Surface Area59 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge20,145 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDTX01623

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 5, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CONCHO COUNTY;CONCHO SWCD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 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 33 Dam?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam is owned by CONCHO COUNTY;CONCHO SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam built?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 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 Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 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 33 Dam?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam has a dam height of 26 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 33 Dam last inspected?

Brady Creek WS SCS Site 33 Dam was last inspected on March 5, 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.