Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 32 Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, is a crucial infrastructure managed by the local government to mitigate flood risks in the area.
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Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a length of 1140 feet, providing a storage capacity of 368 acre-feet to the TR-BIG BRUSHY CREEK watershed. While primarily serving the purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also supports fire protection, stock, or small fish pond, and recreational activities in the region.
Regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state regulatory agency to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and condition assessment, the dam's risk assessment indicates a high risk level of 2, prompting the need for effective risk management measures. With no spillway and a single outlet gate, this dam plays a critical role in managing water resources in the area and safeguarding against potential flooding events.
As part of the Fort Worth District under the USDA NRCS, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 32 Dam showcases the collaborative efforts between federal and local entities in managing water resources and building resilient infrastructure. With its strategic location and storage capacity, this dam serves as a vital component in the region's water management system, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
1140 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG BRUSHY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
0.57 |
Nid Storage |
368 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
129cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
13cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Forney
|
6120cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Blw Lk Ray Hubbard Nr Forney
|
75cfs |
Prairie Ck At Us Hwy 175
|
1cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |