Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 117 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 117 Dam in Kaufman, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Cedar Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1977, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a length of 1340 feet, providing maximum storage of 1430 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with additional benefits for fire protection, stock, recreation, and small fish pond purposes.
Situated in the Fort Worth District, this dam is regulated by the TCEQ and has state permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures in place. Despite its high hazard potential, the condition assessment is not rated, and the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) was last revised in 2011. With no spillway and one outlet gate, the dam serves as a vital water resource management structure for the surrounding area, maintaining a normal storage capacity of 75 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 20 acres.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 117 Dam represents a significant engineering feat in managing flood risk and protecting the local community. With its historical completion in 1977 and ongoing state regulation by TCEQ, this earth dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water storage and flood control along the TR-Cedar Creek. The dam's design and construction by the USDA NRCS highlight the collaborative efforts in safeguarding water resources and enhancing environmental sustainability in Kaufman, Texas.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
1340 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
3.51 |
Nid Storage |
1430 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
12cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
13cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
129cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 117 Dam