Denton Creek WS SCS Site 12c Dam, located in Wise County, Texas, stands as a critical flood risk reduction structure along the TR-Cottonwood Creek.
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Built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam boasts a height of 46 feet and a length of 1117 feet, providing a storage capacity of 310 acre-feet to help mitigate potential flooding events in the region. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, aligning with its design as an earth buttress dam.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Denton Creek WS SCS Site 12c Dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential flood hazards. Despite its high risk assessment rating of 2, the dam's condition remains unassessed, highlighting the need for ongoing inspection and maintenance to ensure its continued effectiveness in flood control. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the significance of this structure in protecting the local environment and residents from the impacts of extreme weather events cannot be understated.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1117 |
Dam Height |
46 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
46 |
Drainage Area |
0.75 |
Nid Storage |
310 |
Structural Height |
46 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
46 |
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