Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18h Dam in Wise County, Texas, stands as a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along the TR-BLACK CREEK.
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Completed in 1967, this earth dam with a height of 49 feet and a length of 1020 feet serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, providing a storage capacity of 296 acre-feet. The dam, regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the local community from potential flooding events.
Despite its age, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18h Dam remains in good condition and has not been rated for its structural integrity. With a high risk assessment score of 2, the dam is closely monitored by state regulatory agencies for enforcement and inspection. While it lacks a spillway and operates with just one outlet gate, the dam's importance in protecting the surrounding area's 0.71 square-mile drainage basin cannot be overstated. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site serves as a prime example of effective flood risk management in a region prone to natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1020 |
Dam Height |
49 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLACK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
49 |
Drainage Area |
0.71 |
Nid Storage |
296 |
Structural Height |
49 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
49 |
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Black Creek Lake
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Black Creek Lake: (940) 627-5475
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Tadra Point
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Valley View Group Use: (940) 627-5475
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