Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 17a Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Greenwood, Texas, the Denton Creek WS SCS Site 17a Dam stands as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the Miller Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam reaches a height of 55 feet and stretches 782 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1,468 acre-feet and a drainage area of 3.59 square miles. With a fair condition assessment as of April 2021, this dam is regulated by the TCEQ and undergoes regular state inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite its moderate risk level, the Denton Creek WS SCS Site 17a Dam serves as a vital resource for the local community in Wise County, Texas. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water management, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and protecting downstream areas from potential inundation. While the hazard potential is not currently available, the dam's design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service adhere to state regulations and permit requirements, ensuring its operational effectiveness in times of emergency.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the Denton Creek WS SCS Site 17a Dam remains a key infrastructure for flood control and water management in the region. With a focus on flood risk reduction as its primary purpose, this earth dam plays a significant role in safeguarding the surrounding community against potential water-related disasters. As it continues to be monitored and maintained by state regulatory agencies, the Denton Creek WS SCS Site 17a Dam stands as a testament to the importance of proactive water resource management in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
782 |
Dam Height |
55 |
River Or Stream |
MILLER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
55 |
Drainage Area |
3.59 |
Nid Storage |
1468 |
Structural Height |
55 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
55 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Area Campgrounds
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Tadra Point
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Valley View Group Use: (940) 627-5475
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Black Creek Lake
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Black Creek Lake: (940) 627-5475
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Denton Creek Ws Scs Site 17a Dam