Elm Creek Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Elm Creek Lake Dam, located in Ballinger, Texas, is a local government-owned structure designed by R F DAVIS and completed in 1930.
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Summary
The dam serves as a vital recreational area, with a primary purpose of providing leisure activities for visitors. Standing at a height of 23 feet and a length of 450 feet, Elm Creek Lake Dam boasts a storage capacity of 6018 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 6018 cubic feet per second.
The dam, built on Elm Creek, is regulated and inspected by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations. The spillway, with a width of 1675 feet, is uncontrolled and equipped with two outlet gates. While the hazard potential and condition assessment of the dam are not available, the risk assessment is moderate (3), indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. Despite being non-US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) owned, Elm Creek Lake Dam remains a critical structure in the region for both recreation and water resource management.
With its picturesque location in Runnels County, Texas, Elm Creek Lake Dam offers a tranquil oasis for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy nature's beauty and engage in various recreational activities. Whether it's fishing, boating, or simply soaking in the scenic views, visitors can appreciate the importance of this earth dam in providing both leisure and water storage benefits for the community. As a regulated and inspected structure, Elm Creek Lake Dam stands as a testament to effective dam management practices, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all who visit this beloved local landmark.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
6018 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Elm Ck At Ballinger
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Ballinger
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0cfs |
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
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21cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
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1cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv At Robert Lee
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0cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Elm Creek Lake Dam