Denton Creek Ws Scs Sed Cont Str 3 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 3 2 is a crucial structure located in Montague, Texas, designed by the USDA NRCS to address flood risk reduction along Dry Valley Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam, with a height of 37 feet, plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a normal storage capacity of 18 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 70 acre-feet, this structure serves an important role in managing water resources in the region.

Managed by the Texas state regulatory agency TCEQ, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 3 2 is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its proper functioning. Despite its "Not Rated" condition assessment, this dam has a high risk classification of 2, highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management efforts. Although specific details about its construction year and modifications are not available, this structure remains a key component in the flood risk reduction strategy for the area.

Located within the Tulsa District of the USACE, Denton Creek WS SCS Sed Cont Str 3 2 is a testament to collaborative efforts between local and federal agencies to protect communities and water resources from the impacts of extreme weather events. As climate change continues to pose challenges to water management, structures like this play a crucial role in enhancing resilience and ensuring the sustainability of water resources in the face of evolving climate patterns.

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

DRY VALLEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

37

Drainage Area

0.09

Nid Storage

70

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

37
       
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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.