Located in Grayson, Texas, the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 22 Dam is a vital structure designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-East Fork Trinity River.
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Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans 785 feet, providing a storage capacity of 242 acre-feet. Despite its importance in managing the local drainage area of 0.45 square miles, the dam does not have a spillway and is not equipped with locks for navigation.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), the East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 22 Dam is designated as a high-risk structure due to its hazard potential and lack of condition assessment. With a normal storage capacity of 49 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.9 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like this one becomes increasingly significant for sustainable water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
785 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST FORK TRINITY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
0.45 |
Nid Storage |
242 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |