The Secondary Retention Reservoir Dam in Coffee, Tennessee, is a crucial water supply infrastructure owned and operated by the US Air Force.
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Humidity
This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 170 acre-feet, serving as an offstream reservoir for the Elk River. Built in the 1960s and modified for foundation, structural, and other purposes, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite its high hazard potential and risk assessment rating, the dam lacks detailed condition assessment data and emergency action plans. However, with a history of federal funding and regulatory oversight by the US Air Force, the Secondary Retention Reservoir Dam remains an essential component of water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts alike can appreciate the significance of this dam in ensuring the availability of water for various purposes in the region.
Years Modified |
1960 - Foundation, 1960 - Other, 1960 - Structural |
Dam Length |
2660 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
ELK RIVER OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
170 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Arnold AFB Military
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Old Stone Fort State Park
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Barton Springs - Normandy Lake
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Cedar Point - Normandy Lake
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