Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam

TR-ALLIGATOR CREEK· Milam, Texas· Built 1963· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 72.4% in TX)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDTX05638

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ELLETT CAMP & GLASER PC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam?

Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam?

Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam is owned by ELLETT CAMP & GLASER PC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam built?

Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam?

Ellett Camp and Glaser Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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.

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.