Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 71 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 71 Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, was completed in 1974 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the TR-KINGS CREEK.
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Summary
With a dam height of 27 feet and a length of 1345 feet, the earth dam has a storage capacity of 729 acre-feet, providing essential water resource management for the region. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, but it also serves purposes such as fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being rated as moderate risk, the dam has not been assessed for condition and is not equipped with an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) as of the last update in 2011. The uncontrolled spillway, with a width of 60 feet, can handle a maximum discharge of 1726 cubic feet per second in case of emergencies.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 71 Dam offers a fascinating case study in flood risk reduction and water management in Texas. With its strategic location and design, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding while also providing opportunities for recreational activities. As efforts continue to assess and improve the dam's condition and emergency response preparedness, it stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water infrastructure in the face of changing climates and increasing water demands.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1345 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
1.3 |
Nid Storage |
729 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 4 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
15cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1750cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
2000cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
15cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
143cfs |
Chambers Ck Nr Rice
|
15cfs |
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 71 Dam