Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, is a vital structure managed by the local government for flood risk reduction along the TR-Big Brushy Creek.
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Constructed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 1900 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 806 acre-feet and a normal storage of 124 acre-feet. The dam also serves purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreation, making it a multifunctional asset for the community.
With a spillway width of 90 feet and uncontrolled outlet gates, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 15 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow during high discharge events, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2060 cubic feet per second. Despite having a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's hazard potential is not available, and its condition assessment remains unrated. While the Emergency Action Plan was last revised in 2011, the dam's overall risk management measures and guidelines compliance are yet to be fully documented, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding risks.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1900 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG BRUSHY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1.26 |
Nid Storage |
806 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |