Kuester Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Kuester Lake Dam, located in Victoria, Texas, was completed in 1961 and serves as a vital water supply source in the region.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 128 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 44 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is to provide water for various needs, with no associated locks or spillways.
Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam is inspected periodically for maintenance and safety. The hazard potential is deemed as not available, with a high risk assessment rating of 2. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam is categorized as an earth dam with buttress core type, designed to withstand the hydraulic pressures of the adjacent Garcitas Creek. With its strategic location and crucial role in water management, Kuester Lake Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management in the area.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
935 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GARCITAS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
128 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Coleto Ck At Arnold Rd Nr Schroeder
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0cfs |
Guadalupe Rv At Victoria
|
199cfs |
Guadalupe Rv At Cuero
|
224cfs |
Garcitas Ck Nr Inez
|
0cfs |
Fifteenmile Ck Nr Weser
|
3220cfs |
Coleto Ck Nr Victoria
|
2cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Kuester Lake Dam