Byrd Lake, located in Homestead, Tennessee, is a concrete dam structure built in 1936 with a hydraulic height of 27.3 feet and a structural height of 47 feet.
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The dam, situated on Byrd Creek, has a storage capacity of 1,156 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 175 acre-feet. With a surface area of 23 acres and a drainage area of 9.19 square miles, Byrd Lake plays a significant role in water resource management in Cumberland, Tennessee.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Byrd Lake is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state. The dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition according to the last assessment in September 2019. The risk assessment for Byrd Lake is moderate, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 3, indicating that risk management measures may need to be implemented in the future to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, Byrd Lake remains a vital infrastructure for water supply and flood control in the region. With its historical significance and ongoing state oversight, the dam serves as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Tennessee.
Year Completed |
1936 |
Dam Length |
318 |
River Or Stream |
BYRD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
27.3 |
Drainage Area |
9.19 |
Nid Storage |
1156 |
Structural Height |
47 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
47 |
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