East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 35 Dam, located in Grayson County, Texas, was completed in 1964 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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The dam stands at a height of 32 feet and stretches 1376 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 618 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Squirrel Creek, it is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, presenting a potential area of concern for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam with a buttress core serves as a critical infrastructure for managing floodwaters in the region. With no designated spillway, the dam relies on a single outlet gate for controlled water release. Although the dam's hazard potential and emergency preparedness information are not available, its risk management measures and adherence to guidelines are yet to be fully assessed. The dam's location and construction details, paired with its role in flood mitigation, make it an intriguing site for those interested in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1376 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SQUIRREL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
618 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |