Summary
Built in 1964 by the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam stands at a structural height of 17.1 feet and has a hydraulic height of 14.4 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 104 acre-feet, Hood covers a surface area of 12.2 acres and serves a drainage area of 0.49 square miles.
Although Hood is classified as having a low hazard potential, it is still considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and the last inspection took place in May 2019 with a frequency of every 5 years. While the dam does not have a regulated state jurisdiction or permitting, it does have an uncontrolled spillway type and no outlet gates. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the risk management measures and emergency action plan for Hood are currently not available, indicating potential areas for improvement in ensuring the safety and resilience of this water resource structure.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
319 |
River Or Stream |
CANEY FORK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.49 |
Nid Storage |
104 |
Structural Height |
17.1 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
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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.
Hood
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