Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 66 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 66 Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Kings Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 2680 feet, with a storage capacity of 383 acre-feet. The dam also supports various purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, flood risk reduction, and recreation, showcasing its versatility in water resource management.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 66 Dam is designed to mitigate flood hazards and ensure the safety of surrounding areas. While the dam currently holds a high risk assessment rating, its condition remains unrated, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. With no spillway and limited outlet gates, the dam's structure highlights the importance of adaptive risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols, especially in the face of climate change impacts on water resources.
As a significant landmark in water resource management within the Fort Worth District, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 66 Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal agencies like the NRCS and state regulators to safeguard communities from potential flooding events. With a focus on flood risk reduction and multi-purpose utility, this dam symbolizes the intersection of engineering innovation, environmental stewardship, and public safety in the realm of water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
2680 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
0.67 |
Nid Storage |
383 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
13cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
129cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
12cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Forney
|
6120cfs |
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 66 Dam