Denton Creek WS SCS Site 1b1 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, was completed in 1966 and is owned by the local government.
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Designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a length of 1060 feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also serves for fire protection, as a stock or small fish pond, and for fish and wildlife habitat.
The dam has a storage capacity of 600 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 15.4 acres, with a drainage area of 1.37 square miles. Despite its high risk assessment of 2 (out of 3), the condition of the dam is currently not rated. The dam does not have a spillway and features one outlet gate. State regulatory agencies such as TCEQ are responsible for permitting, inspecting, and enforcing regulations on the dam to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Overall, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 1b1 Dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area while providing additional benefits for wildlife and fire protection. It stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local governments and federal agencies in safeguarding water resources and enhancing the resilience of the community to climate-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1060 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DENTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
1.37 |
Nid Storage |
600 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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