Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 70 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Kaufman, Texas, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 70 Dam is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the TR-Kings Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1974, this earth dam stands at 25 feet high and stretches 1590 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 1021 acre-feet. The dam also serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock or small fish pond, flood risk reduction, and recreation, showcasing its versatility in water resource management.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 70 Dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with state regulations. Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the dam's condition remains unrated, with emergency action plans last updated in 2011. With no spillway and minimal discharge capacity, the dam's primary focus is on flood risk reduction, highlighting its importance in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential water-related hazards.
As a part of the Fort Worth District under the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 70 Dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management in Texas. With a focus on safety, functionality, and multi-purpose utility, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for both flood control and recreational activities, contributing to the overall resilience of the region in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1590 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
1.86 |
Nid Storage |
1021 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
13cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
12cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
129cfs |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
|
11cfs |
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 70 Dam