Morrow Lake No 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Morrow Lake No 1 Dam Morrow Dam No 3
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Morrow Lake No 2 Dam, located in Frio, Texas, serves as a vital water supply source for the area.
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Summary
Built in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and stretches 525 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 213 acre-feet, it primarily caters to the water needs of the region. Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Situated on TR-Buckhorn Creek, Morrow Lake No 2 Dam has a spillway type of None, indicating a unique design feature. While it is not rated for its condition assessment and lacks hazard potential information, the dam is classified as having a high risk level (2). With one outlet gate and no associated structures, the dam provides a glimpse into the engineering efforts aimed at water resource management in the region. Although lacking recent inspection and emergency preparedness information, the dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water supply infrastructure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Morrow Lake No 2 Dam offers a fascinating case study in water supply management. Despite its private ownership and limited regulatory oversight, the dam's role in providing essential water storage underscores the need for continued monitoring and maintenance. With its unique design features and high risk classification, the dam serves as a reminder of the challenges and opportunities in ensuring water security for communities in Texas and beyond.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUCKHORN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
213 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Frio Rv Nr Derby
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0cfs |
Hondo Ck At Sh 173 Nr Hondo
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0cfs |
Medina Rv Nr Von Ormy
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52cfs |
Nueces Rv At Cotulla
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0cfs |
Medina Rv Nr Macdona
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0cfs |
San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden
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0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Morrow Lake No 2 Dam