Located in Montague, Texas, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11 4 is a flood risk reduction structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1972.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet with a structural height of 40 feet and a length of 615 feet, providing a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. While the primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, it also serves as a critical infrastructure for the area's water resource management.
Managed by the TCEQ and regulated by the state of Texas, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11 4 is located along the TR-PANTHER CREEK. With a drainage area of 0.08 square miles, the dam has a high risk assessment due to its hazard potential and lack of condition rating. Despite its condition assessment being "Not Rated," the structure remains crucial in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential flooding events.
As a structure with limited information on its maintenance and emergency preparedness, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 11 4 highlights the need for continued monitoring and assessment to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, the dam plays a vital role in protecting the local environment and communities during extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
615 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PANTHER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
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Tadra Point
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