Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 121a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 121a Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Completed in 1976, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans 1340 feet across Cedar Creek, providing a storage capacity of 338 acre-feet. The dam also serves secondary purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreation, making it a versatile resource for the local community.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 121a Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding areas from potential flooding events. Although currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment and with a high risk level, the dam remains a key asset in managing water resources in the region. With its strategic location and design features, including buttress core and a spillway width of zero, this dam showcases the importance of sustainable infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
As part of the Fort Worth District, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 121a Dam represents a collaborative effort between federal and state agencies to ensure the safety and functionality of the structure. With a strong emphasis on emergency preparedness and risk management, this dam serves as a model for effective water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. As enthusiasts continue to monitor and analyze data related to this dam, its significance in protecting the local ecosystem and communities from flooding events cannot be understated.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
1340 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.75 |
Nid Storage |
338 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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 |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
|
2210cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
143cfs |
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 121a Dam