Broseco Dam No 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Broseco Dam No 1 Deer Pasture Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Broseco Dam No 2, located in Morris County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1963 with a primary purpose of fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam stands at 23 feet in height and spans 1015 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 1135 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and functionality.
The dam is situated on the TR-Murphy Branch river or stream and is part of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a maximum discharge capacity of 3302 cubic feet per second and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam presents a moderate risk level (3) as assessed by hazard potential and risk management measures. Despite being uncontrolled, the two outlet gates of the dam help in managing water levels and ensuring the safety of the surrounding area.
Although the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," and it lacks certain emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), Broseco Dam No 2 remains a key asset for fire protection, stock, and recreational purposes in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in the dam's design characteristics, regulatory oversight, and risk management considerations as part of the broader landscape of water infrastructure in Texas.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1015 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MURPHY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1.33 |
Nid Storage |
1135 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Broseco Dam No 2