J C Gant Reservoir Report
Nearby: Beecher Smith Clayborne
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
J C Gant is a private earth dam located in Lees Station, Tennessee, along the Rocky Branch river.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this dam measures 21.7 feet in structural height and has a hydraulic height of 19.6 feet, with a storage capacity of 87 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam is not currently regulated, inspected, or enforced by any state agency.
With a surface area of 10.1 acres and a drainage area of 0.37 square miles, J C Gant serves a vital role in water resource management in the region. Although it has not been rated for its condition assessment, the dam does not have an emergency action plan in place, nor has it undergone recent inspection or maintenance. This lack of oversight raises concerns about the dam's long-term safety and functionality, especially in the face of changing climate patterns and extreme weather events.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and advocate for the proper management and maintenance of structures like J C Gant. By ensuring that this dam is regularly inspected, updated, and reinforced, we can help protect the surrounding community and ecosystem from potential risks and hazards. Collaboration with state agencies and policymakers is crucial in implementing effective risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans for dams like J C Gant, safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
440 |
River Or Stream |
ROCKY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.37 |
Nid Storage |
87 |
Structural Height |
21.7 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
J C Gant