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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.
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.
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
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31cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
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2850cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
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2810cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
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30cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
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250cfs |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
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375cfs |
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 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Purtis Creek State Park
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Highview - Bardwell Lake
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Waxahachie - Bardwell Lake
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Mott - Bardwell Lake
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