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Kirk 'B' is a privately owned dam located in Dyer, Tennessee, along the TRIBLEWIS CREEK. Built in 1983, this Earth dam stands at a structural height of 37 feet with a hydraulic height of 29.2 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 144 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.3 acres, serving various purposes beyond flood control or water supply.
Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure with a satisfactory condition assessment, Kirk 'B' is regulated by the TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, with state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The dam's moderate risk assessment indicates a level 3 risk, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures. With a designated emergency action plan and contact information, Kirk 'B' aligns with safety guidelines to ensure public safety and environmental protection in the event of an emergency.
In the landscape of water resource management and climate resilience, Kirk 'B' stands as a notable structure in Tennessee's dam infrastructure. Its existence highlights the importance of proper regulation, inspection, and risk assessment to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Year_Completed | 1983 |
River_Or_Stream | TRIBLEWIS CREEK |
Dam_Length | 400 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 7.3 |
Hydraulic_Height | 29.2 |
Drainage_Area | 0.05 |
Nid_Storage | 144 |
Structural_Height | 37 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 37 |
ROBINSON CREEK NEAR SHELBYVILLE | 86cfs |
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KICKAPOO CREEK AT WAYNESVILLE | 140cfs |
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SANGAMON RIVER NEAR OAKFORD | 4260cfs |
SANGAMON RIVER AT RT 48 AT DECATUR | 656cfs |
KASKASKIA RIVER AT SHELBYVILLE | 1160cfs |