Roy Tank Dam

TR-ELM CREEK· McMullen, Texas· Built 1968· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Roy Tank Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX)
Dam Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDTX03027

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ROY TANK DAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roy Tank Dam?

Roy Tank 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 Roy Tank Dam?

Roy Tank Dam is owned by ROY TANK DAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Roy Tank Dam built?

Roy Tank Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Roy Tank Dam?

Roy Tank Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Roy Tank Dam?

Roy Tank Dam has a dam height of 12 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.

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.