Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam
Key Takeaway
Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,722 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 561 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,377 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02787 |
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
BROWN COUNTY;PECAN BAYOU SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam?
Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 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 Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam?
Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam is owned by BROWN COUNTY;PECAN BAYOU SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam built?
Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam 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 Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam?
Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, 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 Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam?
Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam last inspected?
Brownwood Laterals WS SCS Site 6 Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.