Elm Creek Ws Scs Site 11 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Elm Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam, located in Bell County, Texas, was completed in 1985 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along Little Elm Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 1395 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 259 acre-feet. Despite its high hazard potential rating of 2, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated, indicating a need for further evaluation to ensure its safety and resilience in the face of climate challenges.

The dam does not feature a spillway, but instead relies on a single outlet gate for water release. Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Elm Creek WS SCS Site 11 Dam plays a critical role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events. With an emphasis on flood risk reduction as its primary purpose, this dam is an essential component of water resource management in the region.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is vital to monitor and assess the condition of dams like Elm Creek WS SCS Site 11 to ensure their continued functionality and safety. The risk assessment for this dam remains high, highlighting the importance of implementing effective risk management measures. By staying informed and proactive in maintaining infrastructure like this earth dam, we can better prepare for the challenges posed by a changing climate and safeguard our communities from potential water-related disasters.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

1395

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

LITTLE ELM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

0.37

Nid Storage

259

Structural Height

24

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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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.