East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam
Key Takeaway
East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 88.2% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 1,403 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 778 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,971 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | TX01153 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COLLIN COUNTY;COLLIN COUNTY SWCD
Local Government
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High Hazard 43 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam?
East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam?
East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam is owned by COLLIN COUNTY;COLLIN COUNTY SWCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam built?
East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam?
East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam?
East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam has a dam height of 43 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam last inspected?
East Fork Above Lavon WS SCS Site 10 Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.