Cushing Dam 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: William E Cushing Dam Burson Dam 3
Last Updated: December 29, 2025
Cushing Dam 1, located in Hall County, Texas, was completed in 1967 by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at 30 feet high with a length of 108 feet, providing a storage capacity of 42 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Little Red River, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite being privately owned, Cushing Dam 1 falls under state permitting and inspection regulations to ensure its safety and functionality. Although the dam lacks a spillway and has no designated hazard potential rating, its risk assessment is deemed high. With a drainage area of 0.08 square miles, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and assess the structural integrity of Cushing Dam 1 to mitigate potential risks and ensure the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
As a key component in the water management infrastructure, Cushing Dam 1's presence highlights the importance of proper dam maintenance and monitoring in safeguarding against potential risks and ensuring water availability for various uses. Its location in a high-risk area underscores the need for proactive measures to address any issues that may arise and to prioritize the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
108 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE RED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Cushing Dam 1