Located in McLendon-Chisholm, Texas, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam stands as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along Berry Creek.
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Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam boasts a height of 19 feet and a length of 2,387 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1,660 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also supports fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation purposes.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's fair condition assessment as of April 2021 indicates a need for ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the region. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are crucial for safeguarding the surrounding community in the event of a potential hazard.
As part of the Fort Worth District, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 13 Dam features an uncontrolled spillway, slide gates, and stone core foundation. With a drainage area of 2.18 square miles and a maximum discharge of 1,471 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting the local ecosystem. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the dam's significance in balancing flood control with environmental conservation efforts along Berry Creek in Rockwall County.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
2387 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
BERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
66 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
2.18 |
Nid Storage |
1660 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |