Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam
Key Takeaway
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 92.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 972 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 322 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 887 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01504 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WISE COUNTY;WISE COUNTY SWCD 548
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 18g Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam is owned by WISE COUNTY;WISE COUNTY SWCD 548 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam built?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 18g Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g 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 18g Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam has a dam height of 48 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.
When was Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam last inspected?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18g Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.