The East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 1b Dam, located in McKinney, Texas, was completed in 1957 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure along the Rutherford Branch.
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With a dam height of 40 feet and a length of 1645 feet, the earth dam has a normal storage capacity of 157 acre-feet, providing essential water resource management for the surrounding area. The dam is state-regulated and inspected by the TCEQ, ensuring its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
The primary purpose of the East Fork Dam is flood risk reduction, but it also serves purposes such as fire protection, irrigation, and recreation. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 155 feet and outlet gates for water release. Despite being classified as having a fair condition assessment in 2017, the dam's hazard potential is not available, indicating a moderate risk level. With a history of regular inspections and a designated inspection frequency of every 5 years, the East Fork Dam remains a vital component of water resource management in Collin County, Texas, under the oversight of local government authorities.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
1645 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
RUTHERFORD BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Drainage Area |
2.05 |
Nid Storage |
990 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |