Elm Creek Ws Nrcs Site 3 Rev Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 3 Rev, located in Runnels, Texas, is a flood risk reduction structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 2004.


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Summary

The dam, primarily made of earth and stone core, stands at a height of 39 feet and spans a length of 4352 feet, with a storage capacity of 8165 acre-feet to help mitigate flooding along Mill Creek. Managed by local government with oversight from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the dam is inspected every 5 years and was last assessed to be in fair condition in April 2021.

With a drainage area of 29.08 square miles, Elm Creek WS NRCS Site 3 Rev plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding community from flood hazards. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates enable efficient water release during peak flow events, while its moderate risk assessment indicates the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. Despite not being operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers, the structure remains a key asset in the region's water resource management strategy, demonstrating the collaboration between local and state agencies in safeguarding against potential flooding impacts in the area.

Year Completed

2004

Dam Length

4352

Dam Height

39

River Or Stream

MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

68

Hydraulic Height

39

Drainage Area

29.08

Nid Storage

8165

Structural Height

39

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

39
       
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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.