Elm Creek Ws Scs Site 29 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 29 Dam, located in Bell County, Texas, serves as a critical flood risk reduction structure along the TR-South Elm Creek.
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Summary
Constructed in 1982 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and stretches 875 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 183 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the local community from potential flooding events.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Elm Creek WS SCS Site 29 Dam is designed to withstand high-risk situations with a hazard potential assessment of "High (2)". Despite its importance in flood risk reduction, the condition assessment of the dam remains "Not Rated", highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam currently lacks a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate to control water flow.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Elm Creek WS SCS Site 29 Dam presents an intriguing case study on the intersection of infrastructure, environmental protection, and community resilience. As the dam continues to play a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding area from flooding, there is a growing need for comprehensive risk management measures and regular inspections to address potential vulnerabilities and ensure the long-term sustainability of this critical water resource structure.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
875 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
183 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
N Elm Ck At Rosebud Rd Nr Meeks
|
0cfs |
Little Rv Nr Little River
|
96cfs |
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
|
0cfs |
Big Elm Ck At Sh 77 Nr Cameron
|
940cfs |
Leon Rv Nr Belton
|
27cfs |
Nolan Ck At S Penelope
|
38cfs |
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 Ws Scs Site 29 Dam