Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 15.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | TX02780 |
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
CITY OF BROWNWOOD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam?
Municipal Reservoir Lower 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 Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam?
Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam is owned by CITY OF BROWNWOOD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam built?
Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam?
Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam?
Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam last inspected?
Municipal Reservoir Lower Dam was last inspected on June 25, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.