Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 103 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Van Zandt, Texas, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 103 Dam is a vital flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1968.


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Summary

Spanning a length of 3240 feet and standing at a height of 29 feet, this earth dam on Little Allen Creek provides essential protection for the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 2429 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2500 cubic feet per second, the dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock and small fish pond, flood risk reduction, and recreation.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 103 Dam has been assessed to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 152 feet and outlet gates including a slide (sluice gate) and two uncontrolled gates. Despite not having a designated hazard potential rating, the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety measures.

With its strategic location and significant impact on the surrounding area, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 103 Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience in Texas. As a key element in the region's flood risk reduction infrastructure, this structure plays a crucial role in safeguarding communities and enhancing water security. By continuing to uphold strict regulatory standards and conducting regular inspections, the dam ensures the continued protection and well-being of the local environment and residents.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

3240

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

LITTLE ALLEN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

3.82

Nid Storage

2429

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 103 DamSabine Rv nr Wills Point Preview Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
6.97cfs
7cfs
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 103 DamCedar Ck nr Kemp Preview Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
11.9cfs
12cfs
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 103 DamKings Ck at SH 34 nr Kaufman Preview Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
13.1cfs
13cfs
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 103 DamS Fk Sabine Rv nr Quinlan Preview S Fk Sabine Rv Nr Quinlan
10.2cfs
10cfs
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 103 DamE Fk Trinity Rv nr Crandall Preview E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
129.0cfs
129cfs
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 103 DamE Fk Trinity Rv nr Forney Preview E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Forney
6120.0cfs
6120cfs

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.
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