District 17 Los Cuates Dam
Key Takeaway
District 17 Los Cuates Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | TX04046 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TEXAS COMMERCE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
Private
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Low Hazard 7 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of District 17 Los Cuates Dam?
District 17 Los Cuates 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 District 17 Los Cuates Dam?
District 17 Los Cuates Dam is owned by TEXAS COMMERCE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was District 17 Los Cuates Dam built?
District 17 Los Cuates Dam was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 District 17 Los Cuates Dam?
District 17 Los Cuates Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is District 17 Los Cuates Dam?
District 17 Los Cuates Dam has a dam height of 7 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 District 17 Los Cuates Dam last inspected?
District 17 Los Cuates Dam was last inspected on February 25, 1970. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.