Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 16 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Kaufman, Texas, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16 Dam stands as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along High Point Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam boasts a height of 20 feet and a length of 2670 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 2082 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also serves fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation purposes within the area.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16 Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, outlet gates, and a fair condition assessment as of April 2021. With a moderate risk rating, the dam is monitored for any potential hazards and is subject to regular inspections to uphold its functionality and safety precautions.

Despite its fair condition, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16 Dam remains a vital asset in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events. With a drainage area of 2.85 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 199 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and safeguarding against potential risks in the region. Its strategic location and design make it an essential component in the overall water resource management system in Kaufman, Texas.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

2670

Dam Height

20

River Or Stream

HIGH POINT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

67

Hydraulic Height

20

Drainage Area

2.85

Nid Storage

2082

Structural Height

20

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

20
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.