Bentle Branch Detention Dam

Texas — Dallas County — BENTLE BRANCH

Location

StateTexas
CountyDallas
RiverBENTLE BRANCH
Coordinates32.60170, -96.94620

Physical Characteristics

NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length1,240 ft
NID Storage94 acre-ft
Max Storage94 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 11, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed2006
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCITY OF CEDAR HILL

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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