Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 6 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Denton Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction along the Pitman Hollow stream.


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Summary

Constructed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans a length of 1560 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 199 acre-feet and a drainage area of 4.09 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in debris control, fire protection, and maintaining a stock or small fish pond in addition to its primary purpose of flood risk reduction.

Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Denton Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam has a high risk assessment rating of 2 due to its hazard potential being labeled as "Not Available." With no emergency action plan in place and limited information on risk management measures, there is room for improvement in ensuring the safety and functionality of this essential water resource infrastructure.

As advocates for water resource and climate resilience, enthusiasts should keep a close watch on Denton Creek WS SCS Site 6 Dam to ensure adequate maintenance, inspection, and emergency preparedness measures are in place. With its strategic location in a high-risk area and the potential for significant impact in case of failure, it is essential for stakeholders to prioritize the safety and sustainability of this vital flood control structure. By advocating for proactive risk management and investing in the upkeep of this dam, enthusiasts can contribute to the resilience of the local water system and the protection of surrounding communities from flood hazards.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

1560

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

PITMAN HOLLOW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

36

Hydraulic Height

31

Drainage Area

4.09

Nid Storage

1946

Structural Height

31

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

31
       
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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.