Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 129 Dam, located in Van Zandt, Texas, is a vital flood risk reduction structure designed by USDA NRCS in 1965.
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This earth dam stands at 18 feet in height and spans 2375 feet along the Kundson Branch river. With a storage capacity of 728 acre-feet, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, flood risk reduction, and recreation.
Maintained and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 129 Dam has a fair condition assessment as of April 2021, with a moderate risk rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 62 feet and outlet gates for water release. The dam's inspection frequency is every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in May 2011, ensuring its operational readiness and safety for the surrounding community.
Despite being non-USACE owned, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 129 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the area from potential flooding events. With its strategic location and design, this dam stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction infrastructure in the region, benefiting both the local government and residents alike.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
2375 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
KUNDSON BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
1.08 |
Nid Storage |
728 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
12cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
13cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
|
1890cfs |