Located in Collin County, Texas, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 16 Dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure along the TR-Honey Creek.
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Built in 1951 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and spans 965 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 953 acre-feet. Despite its important role in mitigating flood risks and providing fire protection, stock, and recreation opportunities, the dam's condition assessment in 2021 revealed a poor rating.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 103 feet, is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates consist of one slide gate and two uncontrolled gates. The dam's inspection frequency is every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in April 2021, indicating a poor condition. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there are currently no risk management measures or inundation maps prepared for this dam. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, monitoring and maintaining the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 16 Dam will be crucial for ensuring its continued effectiveness in flood risk reduction and water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1951 |
Dam Length |
965 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HONEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Drainage Area |
1.38 |
Nid Storage |
953 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |