Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam
Key Takeaway
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 295 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 665 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06330 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
BELL COUNTY;CENTRAL TEXAS SWCD;ELM CREEK WATER CONTROL DISTRICT;ELM CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 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 Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam is owned by BELL COUNTY;CENTRAL TEXAS SWCD;ELM CREEK WATER CONTROL DISTRICT;ELM CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam built?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 WS SCS Site 26 Dam?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam has a dam height of 28 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 SCS Site 26 Dam last inspected?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 26 Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.