Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 12 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Denton Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam, located in Wise County, Texas, serves as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along Cottonwood Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 58 feet and has a length of 1975 feet. With a storage capacity of 3279 acre-feet and a drainage area of 8.35 square miles, the dam plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding.

Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Denton Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite being classified as having a high risk level, with a hazard potential of "Not Available," the dam's condition is currently unrated. With no spillway and one outlet gate, the dam's primary purpose remains flood risk reduction, emphasizing its importance in safeguarding the local community and ecosystem from potential water-related hazards.

As part of the Fort Worth District under the USDA NRCS, Denton Creek WS SCS Site 12 Dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts between federal and local government agencies in managing water resources and mitigating the impact of climate-related challenges. With its strategic location and design, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure in enhancing water security and resilience in the region, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management practices for a changing climate.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

1975

Dam Height

58

River Or Stream

COTTONWOOD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

46

Hydraulic Height

58

Drainage Area

8.35

Nid Storage

3279

Structural Height

58

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

58
       
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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.