Lake Velma Dam

TRIBUTARY OF WOLF CREEK· Anderson, Texas· Built 2013· Earth· 44 ft tall

High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Velma Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2013 and is 13 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	44 ft (taller than 89.1% in TX)
Dam Length	2,600 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	956 acre-ft
Normal Storage	571 acre-ft

Surface Area	50 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Max Discharge	5,346 cfs
Year Completed	2013 (13 years old)
NID ID	TX07346

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: June 6, 2018

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

ELMWOOD BRADLEY OAKS LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Velma Dam?

Lake Velma Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Velma Dam?

Lake Velma Dam is owned by ELMWOOD BRADLEY OAKS LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Velma Dam built?

Lake Velma Dam was completed in 2013, making it 13 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Lake Velma Dam?

Lake Velma Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Lake Velma Dam last inspected?

Lake Velma Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.