Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 29 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Wise County, Texas, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 29 Dam stands as a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the Oliver Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1972, this earth dam with a buttress core type stands 60 feet tall and spans 2490 feet in length, providing essential protection to the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 5628 acre-feet and a normal storage of 196 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and safeguarding the community against potential flooding events.

Managed and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Denton Creek WS SCS Site 29 Dam boasts a fair condition assessment as of April 2021, with a moderate risk rating of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates including a slide gate, ensuring proper water discharge during heavy rainfall periods. While last inspected in May 2011 with a 5-year inspection frequency, the dam continues to meet state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements, highlighting its ongoing commitment to safety and operational efficiency.

As a critical infrastructure for flood risk mitigation, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 29 Dam not only serves as a protective barrier against potential inundation but also contributes to the overall water resource management in the region. With a focus on safety, regulatory compliance, and risk assessment, this dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water infrastructure development and maintenance in addressing the challenges posed by climate change and extreme weather events.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

2490

Dam Height

60

River Or Stream

OLIVER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Hydraulic Height

60

Drainage Area

12.27

Nid Storage

5628

Structural Height

60

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

60
       
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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. 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

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, 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.