Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j Dam
Key Takeaway
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 94.4% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 414 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 904 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01508 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 18j Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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 18j Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j 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 18j Dam built?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j 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 18j Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j 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 18j Dam?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j Dam has a dam height of 51 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 18j Dam last inspected?
Denton Creek WS SCS Site 18j Dam was last inspected on January 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.