Upper East Fk Laterals Ws Scs Site 11b Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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


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Summary

Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 31 feet tall and stretches for 1485 feet, with a storage capacity of 330 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is in fair condition and is regularly inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to ensure its safety and functionality.

With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the Upper East Fk Laterals WS SCS Site 11b Dam also supports fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and recreational activities in the area. It features uncontrolled and valve outlet gates, as well as an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 83 feet. The dam's moderate risk level (3) underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding community and environment.

As a significant structure within the Fort Worth District and under the ownership of the local government, the Upper East Fk Laterals WS SCS Site 11b Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Texas. Its strategic location, design, and regular maintenance contribute to its role in protecting lives, property, and natural habitats along the TR-Mustang Creek watershed.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

1485

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

TR-MUSTANG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

11

Hydraulic Height

31

Drainage Area

0.65

Nid Storage

330

Structural Height

31

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

31
       
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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.