Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 82 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 82 Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, is a local government-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Summary
Completed in 1982, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 22 feet and serves primarily for flood risk reduction. With a storage capacity of 742 acre-feet and a surface area of 31 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Situated on the TR-Little Cottonwood Creek, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 82 Dam also serves purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreation. While it lacks a spillway, the dam features a single outlet gate. Despite being rated as "Not Available" in terms of hazard potential and not yet assessed for condition, the dam's risk assessment is marked as High (2). With no associated structures and a limited drainage area of 1.53 square miles, this dam remains a vital infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
As a key component in the local water resource management system, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 82 Dam operates under the oversight of the Fort Worth District and contributes to the overall flood risk reduction efforts in the area. With a focus on safety and risk management, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the community and surrounding environment from potential water-related hazards. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this structure to be a fascinating example of engineering and environmental stewardship in action.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
1670 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
1.53 |
Nid Storage |
742 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
15cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
15cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
2000cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1750cfs |
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 82 Dam