Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 11g Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Wise, Texas, the Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11g Dam serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the TR-Denton Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1970 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans 1730 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 513 acre-feet, it plays a vital role in managing water resources in the area.

Owned by the local government and regulated by the TCEQ, the Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11g Dam is designed to withstand high-risk situations with a hazard potential rating of 2. Despite not having a spillway, this dam is equipped with one outlet gate for water release. The risk assessment for this structure is considered high, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to ensure its effectiveness in flood control.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11g Dam is a noteworthy site that showcases the intersection of infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With its strategic location and design, this dam is a testament to the ongoing efforts to manage and protect our natural resources in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

1730

Dam Height

29

River Or Stream

TR-DENTON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

29

Drainage Area

1.4

Nid Storage

513

Structural Height

29

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

29
       
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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.