Clear Creek WS SCS Site 53 Dam, located in Denton, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Willow Branch.
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Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet and stretches 2900 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 2182 acre-feet with a normal storage of 200 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, with a width of 113 feet, is uncontrolled, allowing for a maximum discharge of 3095 cubic feet per second.
Despite being assessed as in fair condition as of November 2017, the dam is under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, it is important for the local government, the primary owner, to ensure that emergency action plans are up to date and meet guidelines. The dam's structural integrity, along with its hazard potential and risk management measures, play a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
2900 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
WILLOW BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
4.42 |
Nid Storage |
2182 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |