Burro Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Burro Dam, located in Dimmit, Texas, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.


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Summary

Built in 1947, this earth dam stands at 27 feet tall and stretches to a length of 3500 feet. With a storage capacity of 10,000 acre-feet, the dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.

The dam's spillway, with a width of 900 feet, is uncontrolled and has the capacity to discharge up to 8000 cubic feet of water per second. Despite not being rated for its condition, Burro Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3) in terms of potential hazards. The dam has two uncontrolled outlet gates and has not had any major modifications since its completion.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Burro Dam offers a fascinating look into the management and regulation of water resources in Texas. With its diverse range of uses and its location on the TR-Los Tablas Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water for various purposes while also maintaining the safety and security of surrounding communities.

Year Completed

1947

Dam Length

3500

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

TR-LOS TABLAS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

27

Nid Storage

10000

Structural Height

27

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.