Located in Wise County, Texas, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11e Dam is a vital infrastructure managed by the local government with oversight from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
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Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 49 feet high and stretches 992 feet long along the TR-Panther Creek. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 361 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 48 acre-feet.
Despite its age, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11e Dam has not been assessed for condition but is considered to have a high risk (level 2) according to available data. The dam does not have a spillway and features none gates for outlet control. Although there are no associated structures or locks, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, especially during heavy rainfall events. With a drainage area of 0.82 square miles, the dam serves as a key component of the local water resource management system, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring its integrity for the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
992 |
Dam Height |
49 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PANTHER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
49 |
Drainage Area |
0.82 |
Nid Storage |
361 |
Structural Height |
49 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
49 |
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