East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 8f Dam, located in Collin County, Texas, serves as a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure along the TR-Honey Creek.
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Built in 1955 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and stretches 1512 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 766 acre-feet. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the TCEQ, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 8f Dam also serves purposes such as fire protection, stock or small fish pond, and recreation. The dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction highlights its importance in mitigating the impact of extreme weather events on the community. With a high hazard potential rating and a risk assessment of 2 on a scale of 1 to 5, the dam requires regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure its structural integrity and overall effectiveness in flood control.
Despite being classified as "not rated" in terms of condition assessment, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 8f Dam remains a critical piece of water resource infrastructure in Collin County. As climate change continues to pose challenges in the form of increased precipitation and extreme weather events, the dam's role in protecting the local community from floods becomes ever more crucial. With proper maintenance, inspection, and risk management measures in place, this dam will continue to serve as a vital asset in ensuring water resource sustainability and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
1512 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HONEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
1.45 |
Nid Storage |
766 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
38 |