Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 12d Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Denton Creek WS SCS Site 12d Dam in Wise County, Texas, is a crucial infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to manage flood risk along the TR-Cottonwood Creek.


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Summary

Constructed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans 1140 feet, providing a storage capacity of 717 acre-feet. While the primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, its normal storage capacity of 85 acre-feet serves as a vital resource for water management in the region.

Located within the jurisdiction of the TCEQ, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 12d Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being classified as having a high risk level, the dam is currently not rated for condition assessment. With a single outlet gate and no spillway, the dam is designed to mitigate flood threats and enhance water resource management in the area.

As a significant structure in the Fort Worth District managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 12d Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential inundation risks. With its strategic location and purposeful design, this dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in Wise County, Texas.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

1140

Dam Height

31

River Or Stream

TR-COTTONWOOD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18

Hydraulic Height

31

Drainage Area

1.76

Nid Storage

717

Structural Height

31

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

31
       
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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.