Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam

COTTONWOOD CREEK· Kaufman, Texas· Built 1953· Earth· 38 ft tall

Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	38 ft (taller than 82.5% in TX)
Dam Length	2,810 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	7.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage	362 acre-ft

Surface Area	68 acres
Drainage Area	13 sq mi
Max Discharge	6,996 cfs
Year Completed	1953 (73 years old)
NID ID	TX03324

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: September 14, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

KAUFMAN COUNTY;KAUFMAN VAN ZANDT ROCKWALL SWCD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 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 Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam built?

Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 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 Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam?

Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam last inspected?

Rosser Trinidad Laterals WS SCS Site 1 Dam was last inspected on September 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.