C Hobson Dunn Dam No 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

C Hobson Dunn Dam No 1 is a private dam located in Denton, Texas, along the TR-DENTON CREEK.


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Summary

Completed in 1949, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a length of 1035 feet. Its primary purpose is irrigation, with a storage capacity of 421 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and functionality.

Despite being categorized as having a high risk potential, the condition of C Hobson Dunn Dam No 1 is not rated. It does not have a spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. The dam's hazard potential is not available, but it is state regulated and permitted, with inspections conducted by state authorities. The dam plays a crucial role in providing irrigation water to the surrounding area, highlighting the importance of maintaining its integrity and safety for water resource management in the region.

Overall, C Hobson Dunn Dam No 1 serves as a vital structure for water resource management in Denton, Texas. As a privately owned dam, it plays a key role in providing irrigation water to the area. With its design dating back to 1949, the dam continues to be regulated and inspected by state authorities to ensure it meets safety standards. Its location along TR-DENTON CREEK underscores its significance in the regional water infrastructure and highlights the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to support sustainable water management practices in the area.

Year Completed

1949

Dam Length

1035

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

TR-DENTON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

37

Nid Storage

421

Structural Height

37

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

37
       
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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.