Elm Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Elm Creek Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 44.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,018 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | TX03243 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CITY OF BALLINGER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Elm Creek Lake Dam?
Elm Creek 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 Elm Creek Lake Dam?
Elm Creek Lake Dam is owned by CITY OF BALLINGER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elm Creek Lake Dam built?
Elm Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Elm Creek Lake Dam?
Elm Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Elm Creek Lake Dam?
Elm Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Elm Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Elm Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on February 27, 1985. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.