Pitcock Cattle Dam No 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pitcock Cattle Dam No 2, located in Brown County, Texas, was completed in 1966 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond.


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Summary

Managed by the USDA NRCS, this private earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet with a length of 800 feet, providing a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet. Despite being primarily used for agricultural and recreational activities, the dam has a high risk assessment due to its age and lack of recent condition assessment.

Situated along the TR-Red River, Pitcock Cattle Dam No 2 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. While it currently does not have a spillway, outlet gates, or drainage area, its presence contributes to the overall water supply and ecosystem health. With a risk management plan yet to be determined, there is a pressing need for regular inspections and potential upgrades to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this vital infrastructure.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the maintenance and proper functioning of structures like Pitcock Cattle Dam No 2 become increasingly important. Local stakeholders, including the landowners and regulatory agencies, must work together to ensure the longevity and resilience of this dam for future generations to come.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

800

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

TR-RED RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

17

Nid Storage

128

Structural Height

17

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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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.