Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 80 ft (taller than 98.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 38.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,242 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04833 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
AEP UTILITIES WEST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam?
Brandy Branch Cooling Pond 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 Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam?
Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam is owned by AEP UTILITIES WEST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam built?
Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam?
Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam?
Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam has a dam height of 80 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 Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam last inspected?
Brandy Branch Cooling Pond Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.