Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 7 4 is a flood risk reduction structure located in Montague, Texas, along the TR-Denton Creek.
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Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a structural height of 34 feet, with a length of 631 feet. With a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, the dam primarily serves the purpose of flood risk reduction for the local government.
Managed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 7 4 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. The dam does not have a spillway, but is equipped with one outlet gate. While the hazard potential is listed as not available and its condition is not rated, the risk assessment indicates a high risk level of 2.
Overall, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 7 4 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and is monitored and maintained to ensure public safety and environmental protection. With a strategic location along Denton Creek and efficient flood risk reduction capabilities, this structure serves as an important asset in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
631 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DENTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
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