Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam
Key Takeaway
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 683 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01515 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WISE COUNTY;WISE SWCD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam is owned by WISE COUNTY;WISE SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam built?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 11a Dam has a dam height of 39 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.