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

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Upper East Fk Laterals WS SCS Site 11h Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, is a crucial infrastructure designed by USDA NRCS in 1963 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Mustang Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at 25 feet high and stretches 1685 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 213 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 56 feet and uncontrolled outlet gates, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and preventing potential flooding in the area.

The dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, flood risk reduction, and recreational activities. Managed by the TCEQ, it undergoes state inspections and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Although its hazard potential and condition assessment are currently not rated, the dam's moderate risk level (3) indicates the need for ongoing risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding community and environment.

As part of the Fort Worth District's water resource management, the Upper East Fk Laterals WS SCS Site 11h Dam plays a significant role in maintaining water quality and quantity, while also providing recreational opportunities for local residents. Its strategic location and design highlight the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in mitigating flood risks and ensuring the overall well-being of the region.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

1685

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

TR-MUSTANG CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

0.32

Nid Storage

213

Structural Height

25

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 4

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.