Elm Creek WS SCS Site 1 Dam
Texas — Bell County — BIG ELM CREEK
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Bell |
| River | BIG ELM CREEK |
| Coordinates | 31.24039, -97.31164 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 74 ft |
| Dam Height | 65 ft |
| Dam Length | 4,220 ft |
| NID Storage | 18,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 18,300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | December 17, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1984 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | BELL COUNTY;CENTRAL TEXAS SWCD;ELM CREEK WATERSHED AUTHORITY |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.