Pitcock Cattle Dam No 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pitcock Cattle Dam No 1, located in Brown County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for fire protection, stock, and small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, this dam stands at a height of 21 feet with a length of 837 feet, providing a storage capacity of 269 acre-feet. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has a high hazard potential, indicating the need for thorough risk management measures.
Situated on TR-Red River in the city of Byrds, Pitcock Cattle Dam No 1 serves as a crucial resource for the local community, offering recreational opportunities in addition to its primary functions. The dam lacks a spillway, making its safety and management even more critical in the event of heavy rainfall or flooding. Despite having no recent condition assessment, the dam is labeled as "Not Rated" for condition, underscoring the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its long-term integrity.
With no designated emergency action plan or inundation maps in place, Pitcock Cattle Dam No 1 presents challenges in terms of emergency preparedness. The risk assessment categorizes the dam as high risk, calling attention to the need for proactive risk management strategies. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, it is vital to monitor and advocate for the proper maintenance and regulation of dams like Pitcock Cattle Dam No 1 to safeguard their surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
837 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
269 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
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436cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Copperas Ck At Fm 2247 Nr Comanche
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2cfs |
Sabana Rv Nr De Leon
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0cfs |
Leon Rv Nr De Leon
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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.
Pitcock Cattle Dam No 1
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