Fred M Bruni Lake No 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Fred M Bruni Lake No 2 Dam, located in Zapata, Texas, is a private earth dam built in 1940 primarily for water supply purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 15 feet with a length of 1258 feet, this dam holds a storage capacity of 222 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 110 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its condition and is not regulated by the state.
The dam, situated on Mulato Creek, does not have a spillway and features one outlet gate. With a risk assessment rating of "High (2)", there is potential for hazards associated with the dam, although specific risk management measures and emergency action plans are not readily available. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Galveston District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and is not owned or funded by any federal agency, highlighting its private ownership and operation. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Fred M Bruni Lake No 2 Dam serves as an intriguing case study on the management and maintenance of aging infrastructure in Texas.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
1258 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
MULATO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
222 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Rio Grande At Laredo
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1760cfs |
Zacate Ck At Laredo
|
0cfs |
San Casimiro Ck Nr Freer
|
0cfs |
Los Olmos Ck Nr Falfurrias
|
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.
Fred M Bruni Lake No 2 Dam