Located in Wise County, Texas, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam is a crucial structure designed by USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along Teeter Branch.
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Built in 1972, this earth dam stands at 34 feet high and spans 1900 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1588 acre-feet to manage stormwater runoff from a 3.42 square mile drainage area. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam features a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 142 feet.
The dam's fair condition assessment as of April 2021 indicates a need for regular inspections, which are mandated by state regulations enforced by TCEQ. The last inspection in May 2011 affirmed its structural integrity and operational readiness, with a moderate risk rating. Denton Creek WS SCS Site 31 Dam plays a vital role in protecting surrounding communities from potential inundation, highlighting its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Its association with Natural Resources Conservation Service underscores the collaborative efforts between local government and federal agencies to safeguard against flooding events and ensure public safety.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
1900 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TEETER BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
3.42 |
Nid Storage |
1588 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Boyd
|
5cfs |
Denton Ck At Cr 2513 Nr Decatur
|
13cfs |
Denton Ck Nr Justin
|
16cfs |
Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport
|
8cfs |
Walnut Ck At Reno
|
1cfs |
Hickory Ck At Denton
|
11cfs |