Elm Creek Ws Scs Site 32 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 32 Dam, located in Milam County, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to reduce flood risks along the TR-SOUTH ELM CREEK.
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Summary
Completed in 1982, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet, with a structural height of 37 feet and a length of 2378 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, providing storage capacity of 1750 acre-feet and covering a drainage area of 2.58 square miles.
Despite its critical role in mitigating flood hazards, the dam lacks a spillway and is classified as having a high risk potential, with a hazard rating of 2. While the dam's condition has not been officially rated, the state regulatory agency TCEQ oversees its inspection, permitting, and enforcement activities. The dam also features one outlet gate and a surface area of 12.5 acres, contributing to the overall management and operation of the structure for the benefit of the local community.
As a key component of water resource management in the region, Elm Creek WS SCS Site 32 Dam highlights the importance of proactive risk assessment and effective risk management measures. With its significant storage capacity and strategic location, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts are essential to ensure the continued safety and functionality of this essential infrastructure for the community's resilience to changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1982 |
Dam Length |
2378 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
2.58 |
Nid Storage |
1750 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
N Elm Ck At Rosebud Rd Nr Meeks
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0cfs |
Big Elm Ck At Sh 77 Nr Cameron
|
940cfs |
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
|
0cfs |
Little Rv Nr Little River
|
96cfs |
Little Rv At Cameron
|
165cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
|
156cfs |
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 32 Dam