Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam
Key Takeaway
Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is navigation. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 33 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | TX09537 |
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 SAN ANTONIO;SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam?
Brooklyn Street Lock and 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 Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam?
Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam is owned by CITY OF SAN ANTONIO;SAN ANTONIO RIVER AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam built?
Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam?
Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam serves the following purposes: Navigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam?
Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam last inspected?
Brooklyn Street Lock and Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.