Located in McKinney, Texas, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 2a Dam stands as a crucial structure for flood risk reduction along the Stover Creek.
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Built in 1958 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam with a height of 53 feet and a length of 1800 feet plays a significant role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding. With a normal storage capacity of 200 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2715 cubic feet per second, the dam serves multiple purposes including irrigation and recreation in addition to flood risk reduction.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, this dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and overall condition. The last inspection in May 2014 assessed the dam's condition as fair, indicating a moderate level of risk (3). With a spillway width of 352 feet and outlet gates including a slide gate and two uncontrolled gates, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 2a Dam is well-equipped to handle potential flood events and protect the surrounding community in Collin County, Texas.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
1800 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
STOVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Hydraulic Height |
53 |
Drainage Area |
6.43 |
Nid Storage |
2845 |
Structural Height |
53 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
53 |