Denton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Denton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 67.1% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 428 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | TX06246 |
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
JOHN DENTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Denton Lake Dam?
Denton Lake 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 Lake Dam?
Denton Lake Dam is owned by JOHN DENTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Denton Lake Dam built?
Denton Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Denton Lake Dam?
Denton Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.