Musselman Cattle Dam No 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Musselman Cattle Dam No 1 Carroll Dam
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Musselman Cattle Dam No 2 is a privately owned earth dam located in DeWitt, Texas, along the TR-CHICOLETE CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1961, this dam serves as a water supply source with a storage capacity of 280 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 960 feet, providing a surface area of 14 acres for water storage.
Despite being privately owned, Musselman Cattle Dam No 2 falls under state permitting and inspection regulations, ensuring its safety and compliance with standards. The dam does not have a spillway and is classified as having a high risk potential (2). While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam is considered to be in a hazardous state, emphasizing the importance of proper risk management measures.
With its strategic location and significant water storage capacity, Musselman Cattle Dam No 2 plays a crucial role in supporting water supply needs in the area. As a vital infrastructure for water resource management, the dam's condition and risk potential highlight the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
960 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHICOLETE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
280 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Guadalupe Rv At Cuero
|
224cfs |
Coleto Ck At Arnold Rd Nr Schroeder
|
0cfs |
Guadalupe Rv At Hwy 183 Nr Hochheim
|
191cfs |
Fifteenmile Ck Nr Weser
|
3220cfs |
Guadalupe Rv At Victoria
|
199cfs |
Garcitas Ck Nr Inez
|
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.
Musselman Cattle Dam No 2