Denton Creek Ws Scs Sed Cont Str 11-7 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located in Montague, Texas, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7 is a critical structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along the TR-PANTHER CREEK.


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Summary

Completed in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans 530 feet in length, providing essential flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.46 square miles, this structure plays a key role in protecting the local community from potential water-related disasters.

Managed by the TCEQ and regulated by the state of Texas, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7 is inspected, permitted, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite its high hazard potential, this dam is currently not rated for its condition. With no spillway and a single outlet gate, this structure operates to maintain a normal storage level of 28 acre-feet, contributing to debris control, fire protection, and stock/small fish pond purposes in addition to flood risk reduction. As a crucial component of water resource management in the region, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7 serves as a vital safeguard against potential flooding events.

With Mac Thornberry (R) representing the area in Congress, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7 remains an essential piece of infrastructure in the flood-prone region of Montague, Texas. As climate change continues to impact water resources and increase the frequency of extreme weather events, structures like this earth dam play a crucial role in protecting communities and preserving the local environment. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance and functionality of structures like Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7 is essential in ensuring the resilience and sustainability of our water systems in the face of a changing climate.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

530

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

TR-PANTHER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

35

Drainage Area

0.46

Nid Storage

63

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
Seasonal Comparison

Weather Forecast

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7Big Sandy Ck nr Bridgeport Preview Big Sandy Ck Nr Bridgeport
7.7cfs
8cfs
Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7Denton Ck at CR 2513 nr Decatur Preview Denton Ck At Cr 2513 Nr Decatur
13.1cfs
13cfs
Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7Elm Fk Trinity Rv at FM 1198 nr Myra Preview Elm Fk Trinity Rv At Fm 1198 Nr Myra
1.28cfs
1cfs
Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7W Fk Trinity Rv nr Boyd Preview W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Boyd
4.94cfs
5cfs
Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7Clear Ck nr Sanger Preview Clear Ck Nr Sanger
14.7cfs
15cfs
Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7W Fk Trinity Rv nr Jacksboro Preview W Fk Trinity Rv Nr Jacksboro
0.7cfs
1cfs

Dam Data Reference

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.
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Area Campgrounds

Location Reservations Toilets
Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7Valley View Group Use: (940) 627-5475 Preview Valley View Group Use: (940) 627-5475
Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7Tadra Point Preview Tadra Point
Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7Black Creek Lake: (940) 627-5475 Preview Black Creek Lake: (940) 627-5475
Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11-7Black Creek Lake Preview Black Creek Lake
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Nearby Reservoirs