Big Mule Tank Dam

TR-FRIO RIVER· McMullen, Texas· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Big Mule Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 3.8% in TX)
Dam Length1,390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage268 acre-ft
Normal Storage118 acre-ft
Surface Area42 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX03047

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BRISCOE RANCH INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Big Mule Tank Dam?

Big Mule Tank Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Big Mule Tank Dam?

Big Mule Tank Dam is owned by BRISCOE RANCH INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Big Mule Tank Dam?

Big Mule Tank Dam has a dam height of 10 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.