Keith Lake#1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Fayette, Tennessee, near Memphis.
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Built in 1941, this dam on the TRIBWOLF RIVER has a hydraulic height of 16.1 feet and a structural height of 20.4 feet. With a storage capacity of 344 acre-feet, it serves as a vital water resource in the region, providing normal storage of 203 acre-feet over a surface area of 31.5 acres.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, Keith Lake#1 is considered to have a moderate risk level of 3. It has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in August 2020. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway type and no outlet gates, posing minimal risk to the surrounding area.
While Keith Lake#1 does not fall under state regulation or inspection, it stands as a testament to early 20th-century engineering and the importance of private ownership in maintaining water resources. With its historical significance and moderate risk level, this dam serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in understanding the intersection of human intervention and natural landscapes.
Year Completed |
1941 |
Dam Length |
850 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBWOLF RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
344 |
Structural Height |
20.4 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |