Brent Dam
Key Takeaway
Brent Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 23.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06772 |
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
J BRENT;R BRENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brent Dam?
Brent 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 Brent Dam?
Brent Dam is owned by J BRENT;R BRENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brent Dam built?
Brent Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Brent Dam?
Brent Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brent Dam?
Brent Dam has a dam height of 17 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.