Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 15 1 is a federally owned sediment control structure located in Wise County, Texas, along the Denton Creek.
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Built in 1969 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a length of 330 feet, creating a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. Despite its moderate risk assessment level, with a hazard potential not available and a condition assessment not rated, the structure is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for water release.
The primary purpose of Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 15 1 is categorized as "Other," serving as a sediment control measure to protect the surrounding environment. The dam's design includes buttress core types and an unlisted/unknown foundation, with a surface area of 1.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.31 square miles. While the structure is regulated and permitted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), its last inspection was conducted in 2000, with no updated inspection frequency or emergency action plan in place.
Situated within the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 15 1 plays a crucial role in managing water flow and sediment in the Denton Creek watershed. With a congressman representing the area and state regulatory agencies overseeing its operations, this sediment control structure remains a vital component of water resource management in the region, despite some uncertainties regarding its current condition and emergency preparedness.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DENTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
29 |
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Tadra Point
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Black Creek Lake
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Black Creek Lake: (940) 627-5475
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Valley View Group Use: (940) 627-5475
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