Lake Bryson Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Bryson Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 995 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 950 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04649 |
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 BRYSON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Bryson Dam?
Lake Bryson 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 Bryson Dam?
Lake Bryson Dam is owned by CITY OF BRYSON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Bryson Dam built?
Lake Bryson Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Bryson Dam?
Lake Bryson Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Bryson Dam?
Lake Bryson Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Bryson Dam last inspected?
Lake Bryson Dam was last inspected on April 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.