Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 104 Dam, located in Van Zandt, Texas, is a vital structure designed by USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along Allen Creek.
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Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 27.5 feet and spans 3195 feet, providing a storage capacity of 2750 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also serves fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreational purposes.
Maintained by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 104 Dam has been assessed to be in fair condition as of April 2021. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 102 feet and outlet gates for water release. With a drainage area of 4.31 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 1840 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
While the risk assessment deems the hazard potential as not available, the overall risk level is moderate (3). Emergency action plans and measures for risk management are under review, with inspection frequencies of 5 years. Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 104 Dam stands as a testament to effective flood risk reduction efforts in Texas, highlighting the importance of infrastructure in safeguarding communities and water resources in the face of climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
3195 |
Dam Height |
27.5 |
River Or Stream |
ALLEN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
27.5 |
Drainage Area |
4.31 |
Nid Storage |
2750 |
Structural Height |
27.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
12cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
13cfs |
S Fk Sabine Rv Nr Quinlan
|
10cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
129cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
64cfs |