Denton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed for flood risk reduction along Dry Valley Creek.
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Built in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans 2260 feet, providing a storage capacity of 4469 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, including debris control, fire protection, and serving as a stock or small fish pond, in addition to its primary function of flood risk reduction.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Denton Creek WS SCS Site 3 Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its safety and effectiveness. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's hazard potential is not available, and its condition is not currently rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 303 feet and outlet gates for water release. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it remains a crucial structure for water resource management in the area, providing protection from potential flooding events in Dry Valley Creek.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
2260 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
DRY VALLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
71 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
10.81 |
Nid Storage |
4469 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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