Cuero Lake Dam

GUADALUPE RIVER· DeWitt, Texas· Built 1898· Gravity· 37 ft tall
Low Hazard Hydroelectric Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cuero Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1898 and is 128 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX)
Dam Length159 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage808 acre-ft
Normal Storage608 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1898 (128 years old)
NID IDTX03991

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
Last Inspection: May 22, 2002
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

SMALL HYDRO OF TEXAS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cuero Lake Dam?

Cuero Lake 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 Lake Dam?

Cuero Lake Dam is owned by SMALL HYDRO OF TEXAS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cuero Lake Dam built?

Cuero Lake Dam was completed in 1898, making it 128 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 Lake Dam?

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

How tall is Cuero Lake Dam?

Cuero Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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.

When was Cuero Lake Dam last inspected?

Cuero Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.