Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam
Key Takeaway
Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 92.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 3,072 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,358 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | TX07320 |
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
CENTRAL TEXAS SWCD;ELM CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY;MILAM COUNTY
Local Government
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Low Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam?
Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 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 WS NRCS Site 34 Dam?
Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam is owned by CENTRAL TEXAS SWCD;ELM CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY;MILAM COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam built?
Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam?
Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam has a dam height of 48 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 WS NRCS Site 34 Dam last inspected?
Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.