Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 11c Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11c Dam, located in Montague, Texas, is a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to serve the purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-PANTHER CREEK.
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Summary
The earth dam, standing at a height of 48 feet and a length of 935 feet, was completed in 1970 and has a storage capacity of 408 acre-feet. Despite being categorized as having a high risk potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment.
Managed by a local government entity and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11c Dam plays a pivotal role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding and ensuring water resource management. With a primary focus on flood risk reduction, the dam also serves additional purposes such as debris control, fire protection, and stock or small fish pond. Although lacking certain inspection and emergency preparedness measures, the dam continues to be a vital asset in safeguarding the community and enhancing water sustainability in the region.
As an essential component in the Tulsa District's water resource management, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11c Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between various agencies to mitigate flood risks and ensure public safety. With its strategic location and design, the dam not only serves as a flood control measure but also contributes to environmental conservation and sustainable water usage practices. Despite the need for further assessments and risk management measures, the dam remains a critical infrastructure in the region's water resource and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
935 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PANTHER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
48 |
Drainage Area |
1.03 |
Nid Storage |
408 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
48 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Area Campgrounds
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Valley View Group Use: (940) 627-5475
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Tadra Point
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Black Creek Lake: (940) 627-5475
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Black Creek Lake
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Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 11c Dam