Cedar Creek WS SCS Gss 102, located in Kaufman, Texas, is a flood risk reduction structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1984.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans a length of 1631 feet, providing a storage capacity of 83 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 11 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-BIG BRUSHY CREEK, within the jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring state-regulated inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes are in place.
With a surface area of 2.3 acres and a drainage area of 0.31 square miles, Cedar Creek WS SCS Gss 102 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, particularly along the Big Brushy Creek. Despite its high hazard potential and risk assessment rating of 2 (high), the condition assessment of the dam remains unrated. The absence of a spillway, locks, or significant modifications showcases the dam's original design and construction integrity, underlining its importance in managing water resources and climate-related challenges in the region.
As a key infrastructure owned by the local government, Cedar Creek WS SCS Gss 102 exemplifies the collaboration between federal and state agencies in safeguarding the community against flooding events. Its strategic location, design features, and regulatory oversight contribute to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts, highlighting the significance of sustainable infrastructure development for a changing climate scenario.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
1631 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG BRUSHY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
83 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Kings Ck At Sh 34 Nr Kaufman
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13cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Crandall
|
129cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Forney
|
6120cfs |
E Fk Trinity Rv Blw Lk Ray Hubbard Nr Forney
|
75cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Rosser
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1360cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
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12cfs |