Morris Reservoir Report
Nearby: Spring Creek Peoples
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Morris, located in Oak Grove, Tennessee, is a privately owned earth dam on Tribtar Creek with a hydraulic height of 18.7 feet and a structural height of 22.8 feet.
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Summary
Built in 1960, the dam has a storage capacity of 98 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of water resource management. With a drainage area of 0.2 square miles and a surface area of 8.3 acres, Morris plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and providing essential resources to the surrounding area.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Morris has not been rated for its condition, suggesting a need for further evaluation and maintenance. The dam is not state-regulated or inspected, highlighting the importance of monitoring and ensuring the safety of this vital infrastructure. With no emergency action plan in place and limited information on risk management measures, there is a call for increased attention to the maintenance and management of Morris to safeguard against potential risks and ensure the long-term sustainability of its operations.
In the face of climate change and increasing pressures on water resources, the significance of structures like Morris cannot be underestimated. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to advocate for proper monitoring, maintenance, and risk management of dams like Morris to protect both the environment and the communities that rely on these vital water sources for their well-being and livelihoods.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
430 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBTAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Structural Height |
22.8 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
Morris