Retention Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Retention Reservoir Dam in Normandy, Tennessee, is a vital structure managed by the US Air Force with a primary purpose of water retention.


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Summary

This Earth dam stands at 30 feet high and spans 1995 feet in length, with a capacity to store up to 1850 acre-feet of water. Located on Crumpton Creek offstream, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Coffee County.

With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Retention Reservoir Dam provides essential flood protection and water storage capacity for the surrounding area. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam undergoes regular inspections and has emergency action plans in place. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate, ensuring proper water flow management in times of need. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the critical role this dam plays in maintaining water security in the region.

Dam Length

1995

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

CRUMPTON CREEK OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

170

Hydraulic Height

27

Nid Storage

1850

Structural Height

30

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled, Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.