Located in Collin, Texas, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 12 Dam stands as a crucial piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1952.
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This earth dam, with a height of 38 feet and a length of 1435 feet, serves primarily for flood risk reduction along the TR-Honey Creek. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 715 acre-feet and a normal storage of 181 acre-feet, encompassing a surface area of 18.8 acres within its drainage area of 1.44 square miles.
With a spillway width of 153 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 12 Dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes periodic inspections to ensure its fair condition. While its hazard potential and risk assessment are not available, the dam's moderate risk level indicates the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures. Overall, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and protecting downstream communities, making it an essential component in the region's water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
1435 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HONEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
1.44 |
Nid Storage |
715 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
38 |