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Dyer is a private dam located in Benton, Tennessee, specifically in the city of New Hope Landing. This Earth-type dam was completed in 1969 and stands at a hydraulic height of 16.9 feet and a structural height of 22.7 feet. It has a NID storage capacity of 129 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 67 acre-feet. Dyer serves the purpose of regulating the flow of Trace Creek and covers a surface area of 10 acres.

Despite being classified as a low hazard potential dam, Dyer has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and inspection frequency is set at every 5 years. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 0 feet, and there are no outlet gates or associated structures. The dam is not regulated by the state and does not have a designated regulator. The risk management measures for Dyer are currently unspecified, suggesting a potential area for improvement in ensuring the safety and stability of the dam for both the surrounding community and the environment.

Year_Completed 1969
River_Or_Stream TRACE CREEK
Dam_Length 335
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 10
Hydraulic_Height 16.9
Drainage_Area 0.29
Nid_Storage 129
Structural_Height 22.7
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Low
Nid_Height 23
       

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