Lake Brownwood Spillway
Lakes, Fishing & Boating
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550 Spillway Rd, Brownwood, TX 76801, USA Get directions
The Lake Brownwood Spillway offers a peaceful spot where you can watch water flow over the dam structure and enjoy views across the lake, popular with locals for fishing and picnicking along the shoreline. It's a straightforward stop if you're exploring the Lake Brownwood area and want to see where the dam releases water into Pecan Bayou below.
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