Elkins Lake Dam
Texas — Walker County — PRAIRIE BRANCH
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Walker |
| River | PRAIRIE BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 30.65686, -95.53201 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,170 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,766 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,766 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 85 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 5, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | ELKINS LAKE RECREATION CORPORATION |
Location Map
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.