Cuero Dam

TR-GUADALUPE RIVER· DeWitt, Texas· Built 1958· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cuero Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.7% in TX)
Dam Length1,815 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage125 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDTX03988

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: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

JOHN MCNEAL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cuero Dam?

Cuero 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 Cuero Dam?

Cuero Dam is owned by JOHN MCNEAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cuero Dam built?

Cuero Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Cuero Dam?

Cuero Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cuero Dam?

Cuero Dam has a dam height of 9 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.