Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 18j Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Wise County, Texas, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j Dam stands as a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1970 for flood risk reduction along the TR-BLACK CREEK.


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Summary

This earth-type dam reaches a height of 51 feet and a length of 1000 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 414 acre-feet for the surrounding drainage area of 0.87 square miles. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a fair condition assessment as of April 2021.

Managed by the TCEQ and subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for effective water discharge during high flow events. Despite a moderate risk rating, with a hazard potential that is not available, the dam's last inspection in May 2011 revealed satisfactory conditions. With a history of maintaining normal storage levels of 65 acre-feet and a surface area of 10 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the local community from potential flooding events.

As an essential part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in Wise County, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j Dam serves as a testament to the effort and expertise of the Natural Resources Conservation Service in designing and maintaining a crucial water resource management system. With a focus on public safety and environmental protection, this dam embodies the resilience and effectiveness required to mitigate flood hazards and ensure the sustainable management of water resources in the region.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

1000

Dam Height

51

River Or Stream

TR-BLACK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

51

Drainage Area

0.87

Nid Storage

414

Structural Height

51

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

51
       
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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.