Broseco Dam No 1
Key Takeaway
Broseco Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 705 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 796 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 438 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,936 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04007 |
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
BROVENTURE COMPANY INC
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Broseco Dam No 1?
Broseco Dam No 1 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 Broseco Dam No 1?
Broseco Dam No 1 is owned by BROVENTURE COMPANY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Broseco Dam No 1 built?
Broseco Dam No 1 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Broseco Dam No 1?
Broseco Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Broseco Dam No 1?
Broseco Dam No 1 has a dam height of 20 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 Broseco Dam No 1 last inspected?
Broseco Dam No 1 was last inspected on March 22, 1979. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.