Upper East Fk Laterals Ws Scs Site 11 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Upper East Fk Laterals WS SCS Site 11 Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along Mustang Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans a length of 2379 feet, providing storage capacity of 6518 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits for fire protection, stock watering, small fish ponds, and recreational opportunities.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is regularly inspected and regulated to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The condition assessment in 2017 rated it as fair, with a moderate risk level. In case of emergencies, the dam has outlet gates including slide and uncontrolled gates for water release. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 12.67 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 21832 cubic feet per second.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Upper East Fk Laterals WS SCS Site 11 Dam offers a fascinating example of engineering for flood control and water management in Texas. Its role in safeguarding the local environment and providing recreational opportunities underscores the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions. As a key asset in the region's water resource management, this dam highlights the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its long-term effectiveness in protecting communities from flooding events.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

2379

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

MUSTANG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

62.8

Hydraulic Height

35

Drainage Area

12.67

Nid Storage

6518

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

35
       
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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.