Denton Creek Ws Scs Sed Cont Str 14-161 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 14-161 is a crucial water resource structure located in Wise, Texas.


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Summary

Owned by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), this sediment control structure was designed by the USDA NRCS in 1969. With a dam height of 28 feet and a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet, this Earth-type structure plays a vital role in managing the flow of water in the TR-Denton Creek.

The dam, with a length of 1035 feet and a surface area of 3.9 acres, serves a primary purpose of sediment control. It features uncontrolled spillways and two outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2 cubic feet per second. The risk assessment for this structure is moderate, with a hazard potential that is currently not available. Although the condition assessment is not rated, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 14-161 remains an essential component of water management infrastructure in the region.

Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 14-161 to be a fascinating example of how engineering and regulatory agencies work together to ensure the safety and efficiency of water management systems. As a part of the Fort Worth District and with Congressman Mac Thornberry representing the area in Congress, this structure highlights the importance of effective collaboration in addressing the challenges posed by climate change and ensuring sustainable water resource management in Texas.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

1035

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

TR-DENTON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.9

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

0.23

Nid Storage

71

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.