Burnette Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rolling Ridges Lewis
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Burnette, a privately owned dam located in Fayette, Tennessee, plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
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Summary
Built in 1964, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 20.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 18.5 feet, providing storage for up to 55 acre-feet of water from the Sandy Creek. The dam covers a surface area of 4.8 acres and serves a drainage area of 0.17 square miles, contributing to flood control and water supply management in the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, Burnette is subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in October 2019. The dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. With no designated emergency action plan or inundation maps prepared, there is room for improvement in enhancing the dam's safety and emergency response preparedness. Overall, Burnette stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource management, serving the community while requiring continued attention to ensure its reliability and safety in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
422 |
River Or Stream |
SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
20.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
542cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
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.
Burnette