Elmendorf Lake Dam, located in San Antonio, Texas, was completed in 1967 and serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along Apache Creek.
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The dam is made of concrete with a buttress core design, standing at a height of 10 feet and stretching 2000 feet in length. With a maximum storage capacity of 105 acre-feet and a normal storage volume of 105 acre-feet, the dam also provides recreational opportunities within its 17-acre surface area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Elmendorf Lake Dam has undergone inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 1893 feet and outlet gates for water control. With a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2021, the dam poses a moderate risk level but has no available hazard potential rating. Overall, Elmendorf Lake Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding while offering recreational benefits to the community.
Years Modified |
1994 - Other |
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
2000 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
APACHE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
18.7 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1, Valve - 6 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
10 |