Elm Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam
Key Takeaway
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 76% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 830 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06760 |
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 WATER CONTROL DISTRICT;ELM CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY;MILAM COUNTY
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 37 Dam
Milam, TX
Low Hazard 37 ftDusek Dam No 1
Milam, TX
Low Hazard 25 ftElm Creek Farm Lake No 1 Dam
Milam, TX
Low Hazard 30 ftElm Creek WS SCS Site 36 Dam
Milam, TX
Low Hazard 43 ftElm Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam
Milam, TX
Low Hazard 31 ftKnight Lake Dam
Milam, TX
Low Hazard 18 ftElm Creek WS NRCS Site 34 Dam
Milam, TX
Low Hazard 48 ftElm Creek WS SCS Site 43 Dam
Milam, TX
Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Elm Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 38 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 SCS Site 38 Dam?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam is owned by CENTRAL TEXAS SWCD;ELM CREEK WATER CONTROL DISTRICT;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 SCS Site 38 Dam built?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 38 Dam?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. 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 38 Dam?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam has a dam height of 34 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 38 Dam last inspected?
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 38 Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.