The East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 8c Dam in Collin, Texas, is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along the TR-HONEY CREEK.
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Completed in 1956, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 39 feet and boasts a length of 1771 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1317 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, the dam also serves other functions such as fire protection, recreational activities, and stock or small fish pond maintenance for the local community.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the East Fork Dam has been assessed to be in fair condition as of 2017, with a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway, along with slide and uncontrolled outlet gates for operational control. Despite a hazard potential that is not available, the dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this site intriguing for its contribution to flood mitigation efforts and its impact on the local ecosystem and community resilience.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1771 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HONEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
2.1 |
Nid Storage |
1317 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
39 |