Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, was completed in 1971 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along TR-BIG BRUSHY CREEK.
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With a dam height of 28 feet and a length of 2230 feet, this earth dam provides a storage capacity of 1529 acre-feet, helping to mitigate flood risks in the area. The dam also supports purposes such as fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation, making it a valuable resource for the local community.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the TCEQ, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced to ensure its safety and efficacy. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 120 feet and 4 uncontrolled outlet gates, supporting a maximum discharge of 3248 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality in managing water resources and mitigating flood hazards in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of government agencies and designers in implementing effective flood risk reduction measures. With a focus on safety, regulation, and public benefit, this earth dam plays a vital role in preserving the ecological balance and water quality of TR-BIG BRUSHY CREEK, while also providing recreational opportunities for the community. As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of extreme weather events, the importance of well-maintained structures like Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 18 Dam becomes increasingly evident in safeguarding lives, property, and natural resources from flooding and other related risks.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
2230 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG BRUSHY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
42 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
2.53 |
Nid Storage |
1529 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |