Elm Creek Ws Scs Site 10 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Elm Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam, located in Bell County, Texas, is a flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1987.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and has a length of 1205 feet, providing crucial protection for the surrounding area along the TR-Little Elm Creek. With a storage capacity of 856 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 9040 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 133 feet and outlet gates including a slide (sluice gate) and two uncontrolled gates. Despite being classified as having fair condition as of February 2017, Elm Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam is regularly inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With moderate risk assessment and state regulation by the TCEQ, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in Bell County.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Elm Creek WS SCS Site 10 Dam presents an intriguing case study of how engineered structures contribute to flood risk reduction and water management in Texas. Its design, construction, and operational features showcase the importance of effective dam infrastructure in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events. As the dam continues to be inspected and maintained, it exemplifies the ongoing efforts to balance human needs with environmental stewardship in the face of changing climatic conditions.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

1205

Dam Height

42

River Or Stream

TR-LITTLE ELM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Hydraulic Height

42

Drainage Area

0.99

Nid Storage

856

Structural Height

48

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

48
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.