Lake Abilene Dam
High HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Texas |
| County | Taylor |
| Nearest City | BUFFALO GAP |
| River/Stream | ELM CREEK |
| Coordinates | 32.23434, -99.88897 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 64 ft |
| Dam Height | 64 ft |
| Dam Length | 5,040 ft |
| Year Completed | 1921 (105 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 15,990 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 15,990 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7,923 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 583 acres |
| Drainage Area | 101 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 214,401 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | CITY OF ABILENE |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 12/13/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |