Dalton dam
Dalton
Dalton is a private dam located in Jefferson, Tennessee, with a unique connection to the SEAHORN CREEK. Managed by the TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, this earth dam stands at 21 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 15.2 feet and a length of 370 feet. Completed in 1954, it provides a storage capacity of 138 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12.1 acres, serving as a crucial water resource for the region.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2020, Dalton poses a moderate risk level. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam meets regulatory standards with state-permitted inspections, enforcement, and maintenance in place. The overall risk management measures and emergency preparedness status are yet to be fully detailed, but the dam's structure and operational integrity reflect a commitment to water resource safety and climate resilience in the area.
Dalton's presence in the Nashville District underscores its significance in the local water infrastructure network. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to monitor and advocate for sustainable practices, Dalton's role in maintaining water security and mitigating risks highlights the interconnectedness of dams to environmental stewardship and community well-being in Tennessee.
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 Dalton -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| French Broad River Near Newport | 651 cfs | → |
| Pigeon River At Newport | 259 cfs | → |
| Nolichucky River Near Lowland | 635 cfs | → |
| Little Pigeon River At Sevierville | 149 cfs | → |
| Pigeon R Bl Power Plant Nr Waterville | 149 cfs | → |
| Nolichucky River Below Nolichucky Dam | 466 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dalton.
Boat launches
- Panther Creek Road 5820-6208, Morristown
- Sevier County
- Renfro Road 2637, Jefferson City
- Tva Dam Road, Jefferson City
- Kidwell Ridge Road 1464-1510, Morristown
- Grainger County Park Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Dandridge Municipal Park - Douglas Reservoir
- Panther Creek State Park
- Douglas Dam Headwater
- Sevier County Park - Douglas Reservoir
- Cherokee Dam
- Douglas Dam Tailwater
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Tn/Nc State Line (Rm 100.6) To Mine Branch (Rm 99.3)
- Natahala Powerhouse To Lake Fontana (River Mile 4)
- East Fork From Us Highway 276 To Confluence Of Dark Prong And Yellowstone Prong
- Boundary Between Mitchell And Yancy Counties To Nc/Tn Stateline
- Yellowstone Prong From Headwaters To Confluence With East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
Track Dalton in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Dalton
Where does the data for Dalton 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 Low 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 Dalton.