The Upper East Fk Laterals WS SCS Site 11a Dam in Kaufman, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along the TR-Mustang Creek.
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Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and stretches 1343 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 313 acre-feet for floodwaters. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, but it also serves fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and recreational activities for the local community.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam has fair condition assessment as of April 2021. With a moderate risk rating, the dam has uncontrolled spillways and four outlet gates. It undergoes inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety standards. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a vital role in managing water resources and protecting downstream areas from potential flooding events, showcasing the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1343 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUSTANG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
37 |
Drainage Area |
0.53 |
Nid Storage |
313 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
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6120cfs |
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|
1cfs |
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|
13cfs |
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|
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