Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 85 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Kaufman, Texas, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 85 Dam is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-Kings Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1974, this earth dam stands at 25 feet high and spans 1585 feet, providing a storage capacity of 749 acre-feet to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also serves secondary purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreational activities.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 85 Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure its safety and compliance with standards. Despite being rated as "Not Rated" for condition assessment and having a risk assessment of "High (2)", the dam does not have a spillway and features one outlet gate. Although the hazard potential and risk management measures are not available, the dam continues to play a crucial role in protecting the community and the environment from the impacts of flooding.
As a significant infrastructure in the area, the Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 85 Dam serves as a valuable resource for water management and climate resilience efforts. With its strategic location and design, this dam not only mitigates flood risks but also provides essential benefits for fire protection, wildlife habitat, and recreational opportunities. By meeting state regulatory requirements and undergoing periodic inspections, the dam remains a vital asset for the community while facing challenges related to its condition assessment and risk management measures.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1585 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
1.2 |
Nid Storage |
749 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
15cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
15cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
2000cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1750cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
143cfs |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
|
2210cfs |
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 85 Dam