Lake Brenda Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Brenda Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 31 ft (taller than 70.6% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00923 |
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
LAKE BRENDA PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Brenda Dam?
Lake Brenda 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 Lake Brenda Dam?
Lake Brenda Dam is owned by LAKE BRENDA PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Brenda Dam built?
Lake Brenda Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Lake Brenda Dam?
Lake Brenda Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Brenda Dam?
Lake Brenda Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Lake Brenda Dam last inspected?
Lake Brenda Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.