Located in Montague, Texas, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 9 4d is a critical flood risk reduction structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1975.
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The dam, primarily constructed of earth and buttress core types, stands at a height of 44 feet and spans a length of 393 feet. With a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.06 square miles, this structure plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Operated by local government entities and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 9 4d is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement. While its hazard potential and condition assessment are currently unavailable, the structure is considered to have a high risk level. Despite not having a spillway, the dam features one outlet gate for water release when necessary, serving its primary purpose of flood risk reduction effectively.
Situated along the TR-Denton Creek within the Tulsa District, this dam is a crucial component of the local water resource management infrastructure. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design, functionality, and regulatory oversight of structures like Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 9 4d is essential for ensuring the resilience and sustainability of our communities in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
393 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DENTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
43 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
22 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
44 |
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