Butterworth, located in Benton, Tennessee, is a privately owned Earth dam constructed in 1965 on Ford Creek.
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With a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 21.5 feet, this dam serves a primary purpose that is not specified in the data provided. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 85 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 10 acres and draining an area of 0.16 square miles.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Butterworth poses a moderate risk, with a risk assessment rating of 3 out of 5. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and has not been inspected for some time, with the last inspection occurring on February 1, 2021. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, and its emergency contacts, inundation maps, and risk management measures are not readily available. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, there is potential for further exploration and monitoring of Butterworth to ensure its safety and effectiveness in water management for the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
375 |
River Or Stream |
FORD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
85 |
Structural Height |
21.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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