Summary
With a normal storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 88 acre-feet, Presley covers a surface area of 17.8 acres and has a drainage area of 0.09 square miles. The dam, managed by the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, features an uncontrolled spillway and poses a low hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Despite not being state regulated, Presley undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in November 2018. The dam is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. The risk management measures and inundation maps for the area are also not specified. With its historical significance and important role in water resource management, Presley serves as a noteworthy landmark in Tennessee, highlighting the intersection of infrastructure, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
1750 |
River Or Stream |
REEDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Structural Height |
9.3 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
9 |
Seasonal Comparison
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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.
Presley