Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 68 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Kaufman, Texas, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam is a crucial infrastructure managed by the local government for flood risk reduction along the TR-Kings Creek.
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Summary
Constructed in 1975 by USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at 16 feet in height and stretches 965 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 159 acre-feet. While its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, the dam also serves fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreational purposes for the community.
With a high-risk assessment rating, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam falls under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Despite its condition being unrated, the dam has not experienced any major modifications since its completion. While lacking a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate for water management. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in 2011, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and risk management for potential hazards.
As a vital component of water resource management in the region, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 68 Dam symbolizes the intersection of infrastructure, environmental protection, and community safety. Its historical significance, coupled with its multifaceted purposes, underlines the importance of maintaining and inspecting such structures to ensure their resilience in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water demands. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam exemplifies the intricate balance between human development and natural resource conservation in safeguarding our communities against the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
965 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.41 |
Nid Storage |
159 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
13cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
12cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
129cfs |
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 68 Dam