Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 8b Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 8b Dam, located in Montague, Texas, stands as a crucial structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1969 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Denton Creek.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 33 feet and a length of 1288 feet, serves to control debris, protect against fires, and provide a stock or small fish pond in addition to its primary purpose. With a storage capacity of 567 acre-feet and a drainage area of 1.31 square miles, this dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the region.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 8b Dam ensures state permitting, inspection, and enforcement to maintain its structural integrity and operational efficiency. Although classified as having a high risk potential, this dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. Despite the absence of a spillway, this dam continues to provide vital flood protection to the surrounding areas, highlighting its importance for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
As one of the key flood risk reduction structures in the area, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 8b Dam remains a critical component of the water management infrastructure, serving as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government agencies and the USDA NRCS. With its strategic location along the TR-Denton Creek and its capacity to store water for various purposes, this dam exemplifies the intersection of environmental conservation and practical resource utilization. As climate change impacts continue to affect water resources, the importance of maintaining and enhancing such structures becomes increasingly evident for ensuring sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1288 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DENTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Drainage Area |
1.31 |
Nid Storage |
567 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport
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8cfs |
Denton Ck At Cr 2513 Nr Decatur
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13cfs |
Elm Fk Trinity Rv At Fm 1198 Nr Myra
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1cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Boyd
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5cfs |
Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold
|
112cfs |
Clear Ck Nr Sanger
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15cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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 8b Dam