Lake M K Brown Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake M K Brown Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,955 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 990 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 39 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02524 |
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
SHANNON LIFETIME TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake M K Brown Dam?
Lake M K Brown Dam 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 Lake M K Brown Dam?
Lake M K Brown Dam is owned by SHANNON LIFETIME TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake M K Brown Dam built?
Lake M K Brown Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 M K Brown Dam?
Lake M K Brown 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 M K Brown Dam?
Lake M K Brown Dam has a dam height of 26 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 M K Brown Dam last inspected?
Lake M K Brown Dam was last inspected on October 4, 1977. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.