Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 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 | 22 ft (taller than 41.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 465 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 413 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 360 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06732 |
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 COUNTY;KAUFMAN VAN ZANDT ROCKWALL SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b 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 55b Dam?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam is owned by KAUFMAN COUNTY;KAUFMAN VAN ZANDT ROCKWALL SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam built?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 55b Dam?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. 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 55b Dam?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam has a dam height of 22 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 55b Dam last inspected?
Cedar Creek WS SCS Site 55b Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.