Cedar Creek Ws Scs Site 122a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 122a Dam, located in Kaufman, Texas, serves as a critical structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Walnut Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1989 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 23 feet high and stretches 1565 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 850 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment, Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 122a Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 58 feet and outlet gates consisting of a slide and two uncontrolled gates. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 1.91 square miles, with a normal storage capacity of 44 acre-feet. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and is primarily owned and operated by the local government in Kemp, Texas.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 122a Dam to be a fascinating example of flood risk reduction infrastructure in Texas. With its strategic location along TR-Walnut Creek and its significant storage capacity, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. As an earth dam with a buttress core type, its design and construction reflect a balance between functionality and environmental impact, making it a valuable asset in the region's water resource management efforts.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
1565 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WALNUT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
1.91 |
Nid Storage |
850 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
15cfs |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
|
15cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
|
1750cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
|
2000cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
143cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |
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 122a Dam