Denton Creek WS SCS Site 1b2 Dam, located in Montague, Texas, was completed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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This earth-type dam stands at a height of 36 feet with a length of 1000 feet, providing a storage capacity of 410 acre-feet and a surface area of 8.8 acres. Although the dam does not have a spillway, it is designed to control debris, offer fire protection, and serve as a small fish pond.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Denton Creek WS SCS Site 1b2 Dam plays a critical role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding. With a high hazard potential rating of 2, the dam is not currently rated for its condition assessment. Despite this, the dam has not undergone any recent modifications and does not have an emergency action plan in place. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Denton Creek WS SCS Site 1b2 Dam's design and purpose intriguing as it serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood control in the region.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DENTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
0.96 |
Nid Storage |
410 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
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