Cummins Creek Ws Scs Site 19 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Fayette County, Texas, the Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 19 Dam is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risk along Coon Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans a length of 2225 feet, providing essential flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 1618 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the local community from potential flooding events.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 19 Dam is a key component of water resource management in the region. Despite its high hazard potential, this dam is currently not rated for its condition assessment. As an important piece of infrastructure for flood control, this dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing importance of maintaining and monitoring our water resources in the face of changing climate patterns.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to recognize the significance of structures like the Cummins Creek WS SCS Site 19 Dam in safeguarding communities from the impacts of extreme weather events. With its primary purpose of flood risk reduction and its strategic location along Coon Creek, this dam is a critical asset for water management in Fayette County. As we continue to face challenges posed by climate change, the maintenance and upkeep of such infrastructure will be essential in ensuring the resilience of our water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

2225

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

COON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

36

Hydraulic Height

35

Drainage Area

2.42

Nid Storage

1618

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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Dam Data Reference

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.