Elm Creek Ws Scs Site 35 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Elm Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam, located in Milam County, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Big Elm Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1985 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans 560 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 290 acre-feet. Despite its relatively small surface area of 9 acres, the dam plays a significant role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Elm Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam is designed to withstand high-risk scenarios, with a hazard potential rating of "Not Available" and a risk assessment of "High (2)". Though the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with outlet gates for controlled water release. While the dam's condition assessment is currently "Not Rated," ongoing inspections, enforcement measures, and emergency action plans are in place to ensure its operational integrity and public safety.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Elm Creek WS SCS Site 35 Dam represents a vital infrastructure component in the region's water management system. Its construction and maintenance highlight the collaborative efforts between federal, state, and local agencies to safeguard communities against flooding events, emphasizing the importance of sustainable and resilient water infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns and environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG ELM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
290 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Elm Ck At Sh 77 Nr Cameron
|
940cfs |
N Elm Ck At Rosebud Rd Nr Meeks
|
0cfs |
Little Rv At Cameron
|
165cfs |
Little Rv Nr Rockdale
|
156cfs |
Little Pond Ck Nr Burlington
|
0cfs |
Little Rv Nr Little River
|
96cfs |
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 35 Dam