Bucksnort Ranch dam
Bucksnort Ranch
Bucksnort Ranch, located in Humphreys, Tennessee, is a private recreational dam constructed in 2005 on Egypt Hollow Creek. With a storage capacity of 2617 acre-feet and a surface area of 70.4 acres, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 62.5 feet and serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is not currently rated for its condition assessment.
Managed by the Tennessee state agency, Bucksnort Ranch lacks federal jurisdiction and oversight, making it a unique and independent water resource in the region. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it poses a moderate risk level based on its hazard potential and location. The surrounding area offers a picturesque setting for water and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of Tennessee's landscape.
As a private recreational structure, Bucksnort Ranch provides a valuable recreational resource for locals and visitors alike, offering a serene escape for those looking to connect with nature. With its strategic location and abundant water resources, this dam contributes to the sustainable development and conservation efforts in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bucksnort Ranch serves as a prime example of how private initiatives can play a crucial role in promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a deeper appreciation for the natural world.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Bucksnort Ranch -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Duck River Above Hurricane Mills | 4,490 cfs | → |
| Buffalo River Below Lobelville | 1,020 cfs | → |
| Piney River At Vernon | 169 cfs | → |
| Duck River At Hwy 100 At Centerville | 7,270 cfs | → |
| Cypress Creek At Camden | 32 cfs | → |
| Yellow Creek At Ellis Mills | 61 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Bucksnort Ranch.
Boat launches
- Willie Shanes Road 115, Hickman County
- Gaynor Slough Boat Ramp
- Humphreys County
- New Johnsonville Boat Ramp
- Eva Beach Drive 248, Eva
Campgrounds
- Camp Isengard
- Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park
- Woodland Shelter
- Montgomery Bell State Park
- Mousetail Landing State Park
- Wildcat Shelter
Paddle runs
- Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To Confluence With Duck River
- The Henryville Bridge Crossing On County Road 6230 To Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174
More reservoirs
Track Bucksnort Ranch in the Snoflo app
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About Bucksnort Ranch
Where does the data for Bucksnort Ranch come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Bucksnort Ranch.