East Fork Above Lavon Ws Scs Site 37 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 37 Dam, located in Grayson, Texas, was completed in 1964 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-SQUIRREL CREEK.
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Summary
Owned by the local government and designed by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a length of 1036 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is still regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to ensure its structural integrity and overall safety.
With a high risk assessment rating of 2, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 37 Dam presents a potential hazard that warrants continuous monitoring and risk management measures. Despite lacking an emergency action plan (EAP) and a condition rating, the dam's flood risk reduction capabilities are crucial for protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the importance of maintaining and improving infrastructure like the East Fork Dam cannot be overstated in the face of increasing climate variability and extreme weather events.
As part of the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the East Fork Dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region. Its presence serves as a testament to the ongoing efforts to balance water management needs with environmental conservation and public safety. By staying informed about the dam's condition, regulatory oversight, and maintenance practices, water resource and climate enthusiasts can contribute to the resilience and sustainability of water infrastructure in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1036 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SQUIRREL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
0.81 |
Nid Storage |
440 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
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