Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 68a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Kaufman, Texas, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 68a Dam is a pivotal structure designed by USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risk along TR-Kings Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1982, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and stretches 750 feet in length, offering a storage capacity of 121 acre-feet. While primarily serving flood risk reduction, the dam also caters to fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation purposes, making it a multifunctional asset in the community.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 68a Dam is deemed a high-risk structure with emergency action plans last updated in 2011. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam continues to play a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With no reported hazard potential and a "Not Rated" condition assessment, the dam's structural integrity remains intact, ensuring its continued contribution to water resource management in the region.
As part of the Fort Worth District, the dam has not undergone modifications in recent years and features a single outlet gate. While the exact inspection frequency and last inspection date are unspecified, the dam's strategic location and operational efficiency highlight its significance in water conservation efforts. With a notable storage capacity and a focus on flood risk reduction, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 68a Dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management practices in Texas.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.33 |
Nid Storage |
121 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
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13cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1360cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
1560cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
12cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
129cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Forney
|
6120cfs |
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 68a Dam