Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 7b Dam dam
Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 7b Dam
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 7b Dam, located in Montague, Texas, is a crucial structure designed by USDA NRCS in 1969 for flood risk reduction along the Jones Valley river. This earth dam stands at a height of 52 feet and spans 1200 feet, with a storage capacity of 608 acre-feet and a normal storage of 118 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes including debris control, fire protection, and as a stock or small fish pond, in addition to its primary function of flood risk reduction.
Owned by local government and regulated by the TCEQ, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 7b Dam plays a significant role in managing water resources in the area. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, the dam's condition remains unrated, highlighting the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. Despite not having a spillway, the dam is equipped with one outlet gate, and its hazard potential is currently not available.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Denton Creek WS SCS Site 7b Dam to be a fascinating structure that embodies the intersection of engineering, environmental conservation, and public safety. Its presence along the Jones Valley river serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between water management and natural ecosystems, making it a valuable asset for the community and a subject of interest for those passionate about sustainable water resource practices.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 7b Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Elm Fk Trinity Rv At Fm 1198 Nr Myra | 3 cfs | → |
| Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold | 112 cfs | → |
| Denton Ck At Cr 2513 Nr Decatur | 1 cfs | → |
| Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport | · | → |
| Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold | 145 cfs | → |
| Elm Fk Trinity Rv At Gainesville | 11 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 7b Dam.
Boat launches
- County Road 1638 Wise County
- Farm To Market Road 1201 8900, Gainesville
- Spur 1201 698, Cooke County
- Lois Road East Denton County
Campgrounds
- Valley View Group Use: (940) 627-5475
- Pelham City Park
- Tadra Point
- Black Creek Lake: (940) 627-5475
- Black Creek Lake
- Selma City Park - Lake Amon Carter
Fishing spots
Track Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 7b Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 7b Dam
Where does the data for Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 7b Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
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