Brady Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brady Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 104 ft (taller than 99.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 9,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,020 acres |
| Drainage Area | 513 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 368,900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01659 |
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
CITY OF BRADY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brady Lake Dam?
Brady Lake 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 Lake Dam?
Brady Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF BRADY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brady Lake Dam built?
Brady Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Lake Dam?
Brady Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brady Lake Dam?
Brady Lake Dam has a dam height of 104 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Brady Lake Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.