Cedar Creek Tank Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Cedar Creek Tank Dam, located in McCulloch, Texas, is a privately owned structure built in 1979 for purposes other than flood control or water supply.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a length of 680 feet, with a storage capacity of 210 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-Cedar Creek, serving as a significant part of the local landscape.

Despite its modest size, Cedar Creek Tank Dam poses a high risk due to its hazard potential and limited information on its condition assessment. It lacks a spillway and has no lock system, making it crucial for local authorities to monitor and maintain its structural integrity regularly. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status is unknown, raising concerns about its readiness in case of a catastrophic event.

For water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates, Cedar Creek Tank Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper dam management and maintenance. Its presence in the Fort Worth District underscores the need for proactive risk assessment and management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the sustainability of the local water resources.

Year Completed

1979

Dam Length

680

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

TR-CEDAR CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

210

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.