Broseco Dam No 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Deer Pasture Dam Broseco Dam No 2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Broseco Dam No 1, located in Morris County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1971 for the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond recreation.
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Summary
With a height of 20 feet and a length of 705 feet, this dam is designed to provide a maximum storage capacity of 796 acre-feet and normal storage of 438 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Murphy Branch river and is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Despite being classified as having a moderate risk level, Broseco Dam No 1 has not been rated for its condition assessment, and the last inspection was conducted in 1979. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 75 feet and four uncontrolled outlet gates. The dam's hazard potential and emergency action plan status are not available, indicating potential areas for improvement in terms of safety and risk management. Overall, Broseco Dam No 1 serves as an important water resource for the local community, providing essential functions for fire protection and recreational activities.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
705 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
MURPHY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
2.03 |
Nid Storage |
796 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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 1