East Fork Above Lavon Ws Scs Site 10 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam is a significant structure located in Collin, Texas, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1952.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 43 feet with a hydraulic height matching that measure. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this dam also serves fire protection, stock, and small fish pond needs, as well as recreation purposes. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 158 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 4,971 cubic feet per second, making it a crucial component in managing water resources in the area.

Situated on TR-Honey Creek, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting processes. The dam has a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2021, indicating its operational readiness. With a spillway width of 141 feet and slide gates for outlet control, this dam plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water resource sustainability in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find this dam's design and operational details fascinating in understanding how infrastructure can be utilized for both human needs and environmental protection.

Year Completed

1952

Dam Length

1403

Dam Height

43

River Or Stream

TR-HONEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14.9

Hydraulic Height

43

Drainage Area

1.32

Nid Storage

778

Structural Height

43

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

43
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.