Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 2e1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 2e1 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, was completed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along TR-DRY VALLEY CREEK.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet and spans a length of 1230 feet, with a storage capacity of 961 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is still in good condition and has not been rated for potential hazards.
Owned by the local government, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 2e1 Dam is regulated by the TCEQ and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. With its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, the dam also provides benefits such as debris control, fire protection, and the creation of a small fish pond. Although there is no spillway, the dam features an outlet gate for water release when necessary.
The risk assessment for Denton Creek WS SCS Site 2e1 Dam categorizes it as having a high risk level of 2, but with no specific risk management measures listed. Despite this, the dam remains an important asset for the community and surrounding areas, highlighting the significance of proper maintenance and monitoring of water resource infrastructure in the face of climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1230 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY VALLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
1.97 |
Nid Storage |
961 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold
|
112cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
|
145cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
|
200cfs |
Elm Fk Trinity Rv At Fm 1198 Nr Myra
|
1cfs |
E Fk Little Wichita Rv Nr Henrietta
|
0cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport
|
8cfs |
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.
Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 2e1 Dam