Built in 1969, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 28.8 feet and has a hydraulic height of 24.4 feet, serving as a crucial structure along Gatlin Branch. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 26 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 38 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 2.7 acres and draining a small 0.07 square mile watershed.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Dogwood Estates has been identified as having a high hazard potential due to its location and design. Despite this, the dam is currently rated as being in satisfactory condition after its last inspection in June 2020. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its safety and functionality. While the dam lacks certain features like outlet gates and a controlled spillway, it remains a key component in the water resource infrastructure of the area, showcasing the importance of proper management and maintenance in mitigating potential risks related to water resources and climate conditions.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
175 |
River Or Stream |
GATLIN BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
38 |
Structural Height |
28.8 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
29 |
Hiwassee River At Charleston
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10400cfs |
Oostanaula Creek Near Sanford
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61cfs |
Mill Creek Near Crandall
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15cfs |
Conasauga River Near Eton
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390cfs |
Ocoee River At Copperhill
|
301cfs |
North Chickamauga Cr At Mile Straight
|
93cfs |
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Chilhowee Campground
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Chilhowee Recreation Area
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Chilhowee Rec Area
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Parksville Lake Campground
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Parksville
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Parksville Lake Recreation Area
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