Brady Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam
Key Takeaway
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 2,771 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01628 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CONCHO COUNTY;CONCHO SWCD
Local Government
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Brady Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 35 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 Brady Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 35 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 35 Dam built?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 35 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 35 Dam?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 35 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 35 Dam?
Brady Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam has a dam height of 34 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.