Daniels Reservoir Report
Nearby: Old Hickory Cherokee Landing
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Daniels is a private Earth dam located in Hardeman, Tennessee, with a primary purpose that is unspecified.
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Summary
The dam's hydraulic height is 18 feet, with a structural height of 26 feet and a length of 510 feet. It has a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.5 acres, with a drainage area of 0.31 square miles. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite being located on a lateral spring, Daniels is not regulated or permitted by the state of Tennessee and does not have any associated structures or federal agency involvement. The dam has not been inspected since April 2018, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Its condition assessment is not rated, and there is no emergency action plan prepared for the dam. While the risk of the dam is classified as moderate, no specific risk management measures or inundation maps have been prepared.
Overall, Daniels presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its unique characteristics and lack of state regulation. The dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment highlight the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding area. Further research and analysis may be needed to fully understand the potential implications of this unregulated private dam in Hardeman, Tennessee.
Dam Length |
510 |
River Or Stream |
LATERAL SPRING |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Daniels