Dyer Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Dyer is a private dam located in Benton, Tennessee, specifically in the city of New Hope Landing.
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Summary
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 |
Dam Length |
335 |
River Or Stream |
TRACE CREEK |
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 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cypress Creek At Camden
|
2cfs |
Big Sandy River At Bruceton
|
104cfs |
Clarks River At Murray
|
15cfs |
Crooked Creek Near Huntingdon
|
38cfs |
Clarks River At Almo
|
37cfs |
Yellow Creek At Ellis Mills
|
38cfs |
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.
Dyer