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Bush is a private recreational dam located in Carroll, Tennessee, completed in 1998. With a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a structural height of 28 feet, Bush offers a storage capacity of 500 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 290 acre-feet. The dam spans 980 feet in length, covering a surface area of 40 acres with a drainage area of 0.4 square miles.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Bush poses a significant hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not been assessed for its condition. Although there are no associated locks or outlet gates, the dam is inspected every five years, with the last inspection conducted in February 2016. The emergency action plan status and risk management measures for Bush are currently undisclosed.
The Bush dam stands as a recreational structure in Tennessee, offering outdoor enthusiasts a tranquil retreat for activities such as fishing and boating. Its presence contributes to the local landscape and provides a haven for wildlife in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, monitoring and maintaining structures like Bush are essential to ensure public safety and environmental sustainability.
Year_Completed | 1998 |
Dam_Length | 980 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 40 |
Hydraulic_Height | 23 |
Drainage_Area | 0.4 |
Nid_Storage | 500 |
Structural_Height | 28 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Nid_Height | 28 |
ROBINSON CREEK NEAR SHELBYVILLE | 167cfs |
KASKASKIA RIVER AT SHELBYVILLE | 1160cfs |
SANGAMON RIVER AT RT 48 AT DECATUR | 1390cfs |
EMBARRAS RIVER NEAR CAMARGO | 163cfs |
BONEYARD CREEK AT URBANA | 1cfs |
LAKE FORK AT ATWOOD | 207cfs |
BONEYARD CREEK AT LINCOLN AVE AT URBANA | 3cfs |