Brazos River Club Levee

OFF CH-BRAZOS RIVER· Brazoria, Texas· Built 1940· Earth· 8 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Brazos River Club Levee is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX)
Dam Length48,998 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.8K acre-ft
Surface Area620 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge102 cfs
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDTX01756

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: April 11, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

BRAZOS RIVER CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brazos River Club Levee?

Brazos River Club Levee 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 Brazos River Club Levee?

Brazos River Club Levee is owned by BRAZOS RIVER CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brazos River Club Levee built?

Brazos River Club Levee was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Brazos River Club Levee?

Brazos River Club Levee serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Brazos River Club Levee?

Brazos River Club Levee has a dam height of 8 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 Brazos River Club Levee last inspected?

Brazos River Club Levee was last inspected on April 11, 2023. 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.