Bryant Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Cocke, Tennessee, the Bryant dam was completed in 1987 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a structural height of 21 feet and stretches 315 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. With a hazard potential rated as high and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the Bryant dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite not being state regulated or permitted, the Bryant dam serves as a vital infrastructure for fire protection, stock, and small fish ponds in addition to flood risk reduction. The dam, of earth type construction, holds a surface area of 4.5 acres and drains a 0.38 square mile area. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
With a spillway type classified as uncontrolled and no outlet gates, the Bryant dam poses a significant risk if not properly maintained. Emergency action plans are yet to be prepared, but the dam's importance in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks underscores the need for proactive risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
315 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.38 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pigeon River At Newport
|
1250cfs |
French Broad River Near Newport
|
1520cfs |
Nolichucky River Near Lowland
|
1360cfs |
Pigeon R Bl Power Plant Nr Waterville
|
729cfs |
Little Pigeon River At Sevierville
|
226cfs |
Nolichucky River Below Nolichucky Dam
|
1100cfs |
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.
Bryant