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Justus, a privately owned dam located in Greene, Tennessee, on Davis Branch, was completed in 1972 and stands at a structural height of 21.6 feet with a hydraulic height of 15.5 feet.
With a storage capacity of 93 acre-feet, Justus serves the primary purpose of water resource management in the area, with a normal storage level of 45 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 7.3 acres and drains an area of 1.89 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Justus has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating a need for careful monitoring and risk management measures. The dam is not currently rated for its condition and has not undergone recent inspections, with the last inspection taking place in March 2018. Although there is no state regulation or permitting associated with Justus, its location in a regulated area may warrant attention from water resource and climate enthusiasts to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in managing water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
300 |
River Or Stream |
DAVIS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.5 |
Drainage Area |
1.89 |
Nid Storage |
93 |
Structural Height |
21.6 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Davy Crockett Birthplace
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Horse Creek Recreation Area
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Horse Creek Rec Area
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Kinser Park
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Old Forge Campground
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Old Forge
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Tn/Nc State Line (Rm 100.6) To Mine Branch (Rm 99.3)
Boundary Between Mitchell And Yancy Counties To Nc/Tn Stateline
Headwaters To Alternative Route 58
Fs Route 700 To Confluence With Clinch River
Confluence With Guest River To Confluence With Little Stony Creek
Watauga Reservoir To Tn/Nc State Line