East Fork Above Lavon Ws Scs Site 8e Dam dam
East Fork Above Lavon Ws Scs Site 8e Dam
East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 8e Dam, located in Collin, Texas, serves as an essential flood risk reduction structure along the TR-HONEY CREEK. Built in 1957 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 43 feet and stretches 1591 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 1180 acre-feet. The dam also offers benefits for fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and recreation, highlighting its multifaceted role in water resource management.
Managed by the local government and regulated by TCEQ, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 8e Dam is inspected every five years and was last assessed to be in fair condition in January 2017. With a moderate risk rating, the dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates for efficient water management. Despite its age, the structure continues to play a crucial role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flood hazards, demonstrating the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring for sustainable water resource management in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the intricate details of the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 8e Dam, its historical significance and functional design underscore the vital role of infrastructure in mitigating flood risks and supporting various water-related activities. With a focus on safety and efficiency, this dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of government agencies and designers in ensuring the resilience of water systems amidst changing environmental conditions.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around East Fork Above Lavon Ws Scs Site 8e Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| E Fk Trinity Rv Nr Mckinney | 66 cfs | → |
| Wilson Ck Dws Of Hwy 75 At Mckinney | 28 cfs | → |
| Little Elm Ck Nr Aubrey | 23 cfs | → |
| Sister Grove Ck Nr Blue Ridge | 18 cfs | → |
| Range Ck Nr Collinsville | 2 cfs | → |
| Doe Br At Us Hwy 380 Nr Prosper | 25 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near East Fork Above Lavon Ws Scs Site 8e Dam.
Boat launches
- Highland Park Collin County
- Bratonia Park Road Collin County
- Twin Groves Park Road Collin County
- Blue Sky Drive The Colony
- West Audie Murphy Parkway Farmersville
- Denton County
Campgrounds
- Erwin Park - Mckinney
- Constellation Park Campsite #2
- Constellation Park Campsite #3
- Constellation Park Campsite #1
- Constellation Park Campsite #4
- Isle Du Bois - Roberts Lake State Park
Track East Fork Above Lavon Ws Scs Site 8e Dam in the Snoflo app
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About East Fork Above Lavon Ws Scs Site 8e Dam
Where does the data for East Fork Above Lavon Ws Scs Site 8e Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
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