Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 84 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,771 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00790 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KAUFMAN VAN ZANDT ROCKWALL SWCD;ROCKWALL COUNTY
Local Government
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High Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam is owned by KAUFMAN VAN ZANDT ROCKWALL SWCD;ROCKWALL COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam built?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam last inspected?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 16a Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.